The government of the People’s Republic of China has committed a US$54 million grant to Liberia for emergency food aid and the construction of two overpasses. The amount is part of a sum of US$60 million in grant and aid being committed by the Chinese government to African countries.
Herman Browne Promises New Charter as Reinstated Cuttington President
Cuttington University’s president, Herman Browne, has promised a new charter in administering the affairs of the university, where the faculty and students will be part of decision making processes. He made the statements during a reinstatement ceremony on August 31.
Maxwell Kemayah Appointed to Replace Brown as Representative to the U.N.
President George Weah has appointed Maxwell Saah Kemayah, the deputy foreign affairs minister, as Liberia’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations with accreditation to Cuba.
President Weah Honors Former Coach Arsene Wenger
President George Manneh Weah has bestowed the nation’s highest honor on French football coach Arsene Wenger during a Flag Day honoring ceremony on Friday, August 24.
U.S.-based Liberian Groups to Protest for War Crimes Court
Two U.S.-based Liberian groups under the banner March for Justice Campaign and Campaigners for Change International say they plan to stage a protest against President George Weah’s appearance at the 73rd U.N. General Assembly in New York on September 18.
Lewis Brown Recalled as Liberia’s Representative to the UN
Foreign Minister Gbehzohngar Findley has recalled Lewis Brown, the current ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations.
Embattled Head of LEITI Wants Liberia to Move Away From Traditional Exports
The embattled head of the Liberia Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative is calling on the country to move away from focusing on its traditional exports and diversify into other sectors.
President Weah Wants Liberians to Reconcile to Restore Liberia’s Lost Dignity
President George Manneh Weah has underscored the need for Liberians to reconcile their differences as a means of sustaining peace.