Citizens of communities in Western Cluster Liberia Limited’s mining communities in Bomi have criticized the company over the impact of water pollution and environmental degradation caused by the company’s operations.
Pagos Islanders Fear That Destruction of Mangroves Exposes Them to Floods
Residents of Pagos Island are drawing attention to the frequent destruction of mangroves, exposing the community to the impact of heavy rains and floods.
African Development Bank-Funded Contractor Accused of Polluting Nimba Village
Residents of Henry Barhn Village on the Sanniquellie-Karnplay Highway are threatening legal action against the China Railway Seventh Group, the construction company paving the Sehkimpa-Loguatuo Road Corridor. They said the company is polluting their farms and drinking water.
Flood Renders Hundreds Homeless in Paynesville
A recent flood in Paynesville affected the homes of thousands of people in several communities, with hundreds made homeless.
Numerous Towns and Villages in Bong Overrun by Caterpillars
Several towns and villages in Bong are experiencing infestations from caterpillars, a situation that is negatively affecting farming communities.
Mining Agents, Inspectors Receive Training in Smart Mining Techniques
More than 60 agents and inspectors in the mining sector have received training in smart mining techniques by the Liberia Forest Sector Project.
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.
EPA Seeking Funding to Implement Recommendations From Blue Oceans Conference
More than six months since the first West African environmental and marine conference was hosted in Monrovia, the government has revealed efforts to implement recommendations from the conference.