Between 2000 and 2015, the number of malaria cases and deaths in Africa declined by 42% and 66%, respectively, according to a message from the World Health Organization’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti.
Psychotropic Drugs Not Prioritized By Liberian Gov’t
An investigation conducted by The Bush Chicken has established that psychotropic medications meant for persons with mental illness are not being prioritized by the Liberian government.
Dr. Pailey: Dual Citizenship Bill Must Explicitly State Obligations of Dual Citizens
London-based Liberian scholar Robtel Neajai Pailey held a lecture at the University of Liberia’s main campus last Wednesday to present the findings of her doctoral research on dual citizenship and nationality.
Crisis Engulfs Liberia National Student Union
Members of the Liberia National Student Union have made allegations of misappropriation of funds against the organization’s president, Varney Alieu Jarsey, which were meant to be spent on a national quizzing tournament among various secondary schools across the country.
NRI Workers Receive Five Months Back Pay
After protests by workers against the management of the Nimba Rubber Inc. over salary delay, workers have now received their five months’ salary arrears.
Representative Aspirant in Nimba Vows to Trim Lawmakers’ Salary
A preacher turned politician has promised voters that if he is elected in 2017 to the House of Representatives, he would sponsor a bill to reduce the salaries of lawmakers at the National Legislature.
FC Fassell Announces New Secretary-General
First division club FC Fassell announced the appointment of Allen L. Massing, Jr. as the club’s new Secretary-General on Thursday, April 21.
Hope for Mental Health: A Resilient System of Care Built in Margibi
The issue of mental health in Liberia still remains a problem particularly after the 14 years of civil crisis, with most traditional healers in Liberia believing that mental health related issues are caused by demonic possession or witchcraft.