The new Central Bank of Liberia’s executive governor-designate, Aloysius Tarlue, told senators on Thursday, Dec. 5 that he will work to restore public trust in the banking sector in the aftermath of a series of scandals involving the bank.
Liberia Joins Several African Countries to Test Response to Disease Outbreak
Liberia has taken part in global efforts to ramp up national preparedness to respond to sudden bacterial or viral outbreaks on the continent. At least 16 African countries are part of this year’s two-day simulation exercise aimed at responding to the outbreak of a potentially deadly communicable disease in the region.
Senate President Pro Tempore: No Civil Servant Pay for Christmas
The George Weah-led government may be unable to pay civil servants for the Christmas holiday season, as Senate President Pro Tempore Albert Chie suggested that the government would be unable to stabilize salary payments until February 2020.Â
Rep. Briggs-Mensah Dedicates Bridge in Garney, Town in Bong
The representative of Bong’s sixth district, Moima Briggs-Mensah, recently completed and turned over a newly constructed bridge to the community of Garney in Bong.
River Cess Farmers Abandon Farms in Fear of Marauding ‘Bush Cows’
Reports of rampaging forest buffalos are emanating from Weagar Town, River Cess, where the animals have destroyed numerous farms in the town and are causing farmers and surrounding villagers to abandon their farms and homes.
Civil Servants to Suffer Yet Another Round of Salary Cuts
At the Ministries of Public Works and National Defense, employees have been advised to expect an additional 8.4 percent reduction beginning with their unpaid September salary.
Terence Tisdell Ends Contract with South Africa’s Baroka FC Without Clear Path Forward
The fortunes of Liberian international football star Terrence Tisdell has taken a dramatic turn for the worse, as his contract with the South African Baroka Football Club is set to terminate in December without him signing another.
LPRC Oilers Defend Title With Win
The 2019-20 Liberia Football Association’s first division league, sponsored by Orange Liberia, has officially kicked off with 2019 champion LPRC Oilers defending its title in a crucial home win.