The Liberian Senate has launched an investigation into road construction contracts worth US$21 million allegedly awarded recently by the Ministry of Public Works.
Nya D. Twayen Wins Nimba’s Senatorial By-Election
With all voting precincts reporting results, the National Elections Commission has officially declared Nya D. Twayen the winner of the senatorial by-election held on Tuesday in Nimba.
Champions Nimba and Lofa Reach County Meet Quarterfinals
The National County Sports Meet will return to the Samuel Kayon Doe Sports Complex this Saturday, April 27, when the quarterfinals of the nation’s most prominent sports tournament event will kick off.
FDA Says Illegal Activities Persist in Sapo National Park
Illegal activities continue to plague Sapo National Park, Liberia’s largest protected area, despite a government ban imposed in 2023.
After U.S. Missionary is Acquitted of Attempted Murder, Calls for Investigation of Judge
After an American missionary was acquitted of attempted murder, intense public outrage has led to a call for the legislature to impeach the judge who handed out the verdict.
Justice for War Victims Imminent, as Legislature Moves to Implement TRC Recommendations
Following pressure from victim families, local and international advocacy and justice groups, as well as some U.S. congressional members, the Liberian legislature has passed a joint resolution to implement many recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including establishing war and economic crimes courts.
After Survey, River Cess Communities Legitimize Ownership of Customary Land
The Liberia Land Authority has completed a confirmatory survey in four communities in River Cess. This marks the final legal step towards obtaining customary land deeds for the people of Teekpeh, Ziadue, Dorbor, and Gbarsaw clans in Central River Cess District.
Diaspora Citizen Undertakes School Construction in Isolated Grand Bassa Community
A Grand Bassa citizen residing in the U.S. has initiated the construction of a primary school in Gbuglain to bring access to education to one of the county’s more isolated parts.