Author: Mark Mengonfia

Monrovia-Jackson K. Kolako, deputy superintendent for operations at the Monrovia Central Prison, has spoken publicly for the first time since his release from police custody, alleging procedural violations surrounding his six-day detention and calling for stronger international intervention in Liberia’s ongoing fight against drug trafficking. Kolako was released Friday, Aug. 7, after spending six days in the custody of the Liberia National Police without being formally charged, according to his account he posted to social media. He was arrested Aug. 1 while on duty at the Monrovia Central Prison in connection with allegations that he obstructed a security operation. In…

Monrovia-The National Transit Authority (NTA) is pleased to announce that it will officially dedicate 20 newly acquired mini-buses and five cargo trucks today August 7, 2026 marking the successful completion of a landmark 60-vehicle fleet procurement project undertaken by the Government of Liberia through ABK Solutions A release signed by Abayomi Tarplah Santi, Jr., Assistant Corporate Affairs Manager for Communications says the newly arrived vehicles represent the final batch of the fleet acquisition program and complement the 35 mass transit buses that were received earlier this year. Together, the 60 vehicles constitute one of the most significant investments in Liberia’s…

New Eye Sight and Medical Center (NEMC) By Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr. Contributor Writer Monrovia-Fourteen years of valuable services to the population of Liberia and beyond the country’s border in providing specialized healthcare deliveries, with the dedicated commitment of the New Eye Sight and Medical Center (NEMC) management and staff, seems like over 30 years of establishment. The Center, which started in two rooms with just four volunteer workers in the S. D. Cooper Community, can today boost of its own head office facility in the 72nd, Bassa Town Community in Paynesville, Montserrado County with the state –of – Art…

File photo of Dawain U. Bedell, a member of SamDell Digital Network management team -Says Platform Strengthens School Administration and Parent Engagement Monrovia-SamDell Digital Network, a smart digital solutions company, has introduced a digital school management system designed to improve the administration and monitoring of schools. In an interview, a member of the company’s management team, Dawain U. Bedell said the SamDell School Management System provides schools with complete control and real-time insights, enabling administrators to manage academic, administrative, and financial operations with greater efficiency. According to Bedell, the platform is designed with user-friendly portals for school administrators, teachers, students,…

A lady doctorates in African attire during the parade/ image by Matthew Jacobs By Mark N. Mengonfia The rhythmic beat of traditional drums echoed through the streets of Paynesville as colorful processions of dancers, elders, women, and youth transformed the city into a living museum of Liberia’s rich cultural heritage. Participants dressed in traditional attire representing different ethnic groups and counties, hundreds of Liberians gathered on August 1, 2026, not merely to celebrate culture, but to reconnect with their identity and pass it on to a new generation. For many in attendance, the festival was more than a day of…

By Abraham K. Kollie-Contributing Writer Email:kollieabraham23@gmail.com Margibi- FIXAARS, a technology company is poised to host a direct employment and skills matching event tomorrow, August 7th, 2026 at the Booker Washington Institute (BWI). The initiative is expected to connect hundreds of certified Liberian tradespeople with immediate job opportunities, marking a massive step toward reducing unemployment among technical graduates. The program is part of FIXAARS’ broader mission to bridge the gap between skilled labor and market demand. The company, which operates a technology-enabled “skills-to-work” platform, is designed to directly link certified professionals with individuals and organizations in need of technical services. Speaking…

-Mourns His Passing Paynesville- Former President George Manneh Weah has extended profound condolences to the Family of the late Dr. Abass Kanneh, Grand Mufti of the Republic of Liberia, the National Muslim Council of Liberia, the entire Muslim Community in Liberia and around the world, the Religious/Interfaith Community and Liberians, in general, following his passing on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Former President Weah, who is currently out of the Country stressed, “The Muslim Community and I have also come a long way. I attended Muslim Congress, I was at some point a Muslim, and converted back…

LSEZA Executive Chairman, Prince Wreh and Softcare Liberia Limited, Bai Guangxue By Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr. Contributor Writer The Liberia Special Economic Zones Authority (LSEZA) and Softcare Liberia Limited, have signed a 25-year Developer/Operator Licensing Agreement designating the company as a Special Economic Zones (SEZs) developer and operator within the Monrovia Free Zone. Under the thirty two million United States dollars agreement, Softcare Liberia Limited will develop, manage, and maintain a designated Special Economic Zone dedicated to the manufacturing of hygiene and household consumer products. It is also expected to boost local production while positioning Liberia as a manufacturing and…

The ruin Euro – Bank Building in Central Monrovia By Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr. Contributor Writer The Dilapidated Euro-Bank Building in Central Monrovia, located in the block of Broad, Johnson, Warren and Carey Streets, was one of the most attractive buildings in the capital in the 1980s. That building, situated at the foot of Crown Hill,was covered with glass designs. Passersby and vehicles going up and down the streets could be seen in those glasses. But the December 24, 1989 rebel incursion led by former, jailed President Charles Taylor, which ravaged the socio-economic fabric of Liberia, also caused the Euro-Bank…

-Says Old Man Mawolo; As Liberians Celebrate Country’s Cultural Heritage By Mark N. Mengonfia Liberians are today gathering at the Samuel K. Doe Sports Complex Gymnasium in Paynesville to celebrate the country’s rich cultural heritage. As early as 8:00 a.m., culture enthusiasts from several of Liberia’s 15 counties were seen making their way to the SKD Sports Complex. They formed long queues while parading with mask dancers, titled men and women, and displaying various cultural artifacts. For many attendees, it is their first time witnessing such a spectacle, while others said the gathering has revived cherished childhood memories. “I live…