The county coordinator of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority in Sinoe says at least 85 percent of canoes have completed their annual registration. Andrew Doe said this came as a result of enforcement by the Coast Guard.
Murder, Torture, and Rape: The Crimes on River Cess’ Mines
Built in remote places with no presence of county authorities and law enforcement officers and plagued by crimes, including prostitution, and illegal drug smuggling, many artisanal mines in River Cess run quasi governments to maintain law and order.
Man Arrested With 30 kg of Marijuana in Bomi
The Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency has arrested a man who was allegedly trafficking 30kg of marijuana valued at over L$400,000 (US$2,020).
Voinjama Market Day Moved to Open Field Due to COVID-19, Annoying Traders
To ensure social distancing during market day, authorities in Voinjama have asked traders to use an open sports field to set up their market, instead of convening at the Voinjama Central Market, which often becomes overcrowded.
Tappita CSO Expresses Concern Over Equipment Transferred from Hospital
As a Tappita civil society group expresses concern over what it says is the frequent transfer for equipment from the Jackson F. Doe Memorial Hospital, a Nimba lawmaker who also chairs the House Committee on Health has assured the public that all equipment transferred will be returned after use.
Golden Veroleum Dedicates Market Building, Classroom Annex in Sinoe
Following a recent ten percent reduction of its workforce, Golden Veroleum has turned over two facilities to Butaw, including a US$40,000 market building and a US$120,000 school annex.
Lofa Authorities Announce Second COVID-19 Case
Just hours after the announcement of Lofa’s first COVID-19 case, health authorities in Lofa have announced that a second person has died from the virus.
Lofa County Health Team Announces First COVID-19 Case
The Lofa County Health Team has announced its first COVID-19 confirmed case from Foya District.