A new polymerase chain reaction laboratory meant to curb the spread of Lassa fever in Liberia has been dedicated at the Jackson F. Doe Memorial Regional Referral Hospital in Tappita.
Work Resumes on Controversial Abandoned Bong Superintendent’s Compound
Renovations have started at the Superintendent’s Compound and the Gbarnga Administrative Building in Bong, and authorities are using the same contractor as before.
Health Minister Louise Kpoto Visits Jackson F. Doe Hospital During Tour
As part of her nationwide assessment tour, Health Minister Louise M. Kpoto has paid an official visit to the Jackson F. Doe Memorial Regional Referral Hospital in Tappita.
Higher Education Commission to Weed Out Substandard Institutions
The National Commission on Higher Education will shortly begin an exercise to identify and weed out substandard tertiary education institutions.
Tappita Declared ‘Red Zone’ for Malnutrition
A non-governmental organization responding to the needs of less fortunate children affected by malnutrition has declared Tappita and its surrounding areas a ‘red zone’ for malnutrition.
To Curb Flooding in Monrovia, Disaster Management Agency Announces Plan to Clear Waterways
The National Disaster Management Agency has announced a plan to demolish structures built in waterways and wetlands in the Monrovia metropolitan area to curb flooding.
Nimba’s Sen. Nya Twayen Says Roadbuilding Equipment a ‘Done Deal’
Amid strong opposition from several members of the Liberian legislature regarding the possible acquisition of 285 roadbuilding equipment by President Joseph Nyumah Boakai without legislative approval, Nimba’s Sen. Nya D. Twayen has promised to ratify any document that will be sent to the Senate for the machines.
Gbarpolu Officials Lead Push for County Council Empowerment
Local officials in Gbarpolu have ended a meeting to discuss transitioning the management of development projects in the county to the County Council, in line with the Local Government Act.