President George Weah has extended the state of emergency by an additional 30 days, as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to escalate. The extension comes even though the president had earlier announced that no extension would occur.
As Forest Conservation Program Is Launched, Sen. Teahjay Calls for Livelihood Alternatives for Forest Dependents
Sinoe’s Sen. Milton Teahjay says he wants national and international partners to provide alternative livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities across Liberia.
With Senate Closed Due to COVID-19, House Says No Plan to Suspend Session
The office of the speaker of the House of Representatives has denied speculations that the House plans to suspend future sessions due to COVID-19.
Rep. Samuel Kogar Asks for Repeal of Eton and EBOMAF Loan Agreements
Rep. Samuel Kogar says he wants the longstanding controversial Eton and EBOMAF loan agreements repealed.
Min. Nyenpan: CHICO to Soon Resume Construction on Ganta-Harper Highway
Public Works Minister Mobutu Nyenpan has informed the House of Representatives that the government will soon pay arrears owed to Chinese construction company CHICO to allow it to continue work on the highway linking Ganta, Nimba to Harper, Maryland.
Phebe Hospital Closes for Two Weeks After Three Health Workers Test Positive for COVID-19
Phebe Hospital has been closed to the public after three of its health workers tested positive for COVID-19.
Motorcyclist’s Corpse Found Along Sanniquellie-Ganta Highway
A commercial motorcyclist has been murdered and his corpse discovered in a bush along the Sanniquellie-Ganta Highway.
New Football Season to Begin in October
The Liberia Football Association has set October 24 as the kickoff date for the 2020-21 football season.