A new airstrip has been constructed and dedicated in Tappita. The 900 kilometers long airstrip was constructed by the relief organization, Samaritan Purse International, and Mission Aviation Fellowship. It was formally dedicated and turned over to the Liberia Airport Authority on March 19.
Midwife Operating Rural Clinic in Margibi to Open Another
Liberians living in highly urbanized areas like Monrovia have relatively easy access to many hospitals and clinics. However, those in more remote rural settings can find it difficult to access quality medical care.
Ministry of Education Appeals to Nimba Teachers, as Vows to Boycott Tests Continue
A Ministry of Education representative, Avertus Wright, called on all teachers in the county to assemble in Sanniquellie for a test. The announcement came a few days after Samuel Johnson, the Secretary General of the National Teachers Association of Liberia, said teachers would not sit for the tests being administered by the Ministry.
Ganta Culverts Installation Project Resumes after months of Standstill
Contractors have resumed installing coverts along the streets of Ganta after a break lasting several months.
Mandingo and Mano Vow to End Land Disputes through Dialogue
A group of leaders from the Mandingo and Mano tribes recently held a town hall meeting to resolve a series of land issues involving members of both tribes.
Teachers in Nimba Vow to Boycott Education Ministry’s Tests
eachers in Nimba’s first educational district have threatened to stay away from additional testing being required by the Ministry of Education.
Younquoi Calls on Muslims to Remain Peaceful in Protesting Christianization Proposal
The representative for Nimba’s eigth district, Larry P. Younquoi has called on Muslims in Liberia to remain peaceful and avoid threats that would jeopardize Liberia’s peace.
Booker Washington Institute to Reintroduce ROTC
The Booker Washington Institute wants to reintroduce Reserve Officers Training Corp as a means of promoting good morals, values, discipline and patriotism.