The Plenary of the House of Representatives has rejected the proposal by Education Minister George Werner to close schools across the country on June 30 and reopen officially in September.
Bein-Garr DEO Threatens Closure of Substandard Schools
Bein-Garr’s district education officer, J. Lynon Mantor, has threatened to close down schools that he considers substandard.
Community Watch Forum Members Complete Training
As the United Nations Mission in Liberia draws to a close, the government is setting up a nationwide Community Watch Forum as a means of maintaining peace and security.
Sea Erosion Leaves Over 300 Students Stranded
The township of West Point, considered the largest slum in Monrovia, suffers from sea erosion almost every rainy season in Liberia. However, the sea erosion the community experienced last month was more pronounced than usual and has left many structures damaged.
Lawmakers Summon Education Officials Over ‘Abrupt Schools Closure’ Plans
The plenary of the House representatives have summoned the newly confirmed Education Minister George Werner and his deputies over the decision by the Education Ministry to close all schools by June 30.
On Day of the African Child, Activist Wants Better Opportunities for Liberia’s Youth
In celebration of the Day of the African Child, a social rights advocate in Liberia has stressed the need for better opportunities for children in the country.
Government Wants to Close Schools in June
The Ministry of Education wants to halt academic activities for pupils at the end of June this year.
Kakata Community College Enrollment Drops After WFP Ends School Feeding Program
Authorities at the Kakata Community College say there has been a 2.7 percent decline in the number of students enrolled at the school after schools opened in March.