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‎The Government of Liberia, through the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA), has officially launched preparations for the 2026 International Fisheries Investment Conference, a landmark global event scheduled for March 30–31, 2026. The announcement was made Tuesday December 9, 2025 by J. Cyrus Saygbe Sr., during a major press conference hosted at the Headquarters of the Liberian Fisheries Authority on Bushrod Island.‎ ‎According a NaFAA Press Release, the launch marks the beginning of a transformative journey aimed at repositioning Liberia’s fisheries sector as a competitive, modern, and investment-ready industry. The 2026 conference the Release added will convene international investors, innovators,…

‎The five-day LFA/FIFA Elite Youth Goalkeeper Coaches’ Workshop successfully concluded on Friday, 5 December, at the Liberia Football Association (LFA) headquarters. ‎‎Twenty-three (23) goalkeeping coaches successfully participated in the high-profile course, which ran from 1 to 5 December. During the intensive workshop, coaches underwent theory and practical sessions, gaining invaluable knowledge from topics such as Goalkeeper methodology and the role of the goalkeeper coach in modern football among others. ‎‎ During the closing ceremony, lead FIFA Instructor Alejandro Heredia stressed that while the course was concluding, the real work for the participants was just beginning. ‎‎”This is not the end;…

— Commends Fire Service for Swift Intervention  ‎By: Wise Wesseh ‎‎‎‎ The Management of Sethi Brothers Inc, a Component of the Sethi Fabrik Ferro Steel Factory has expressed regrets in Saturday, December 6, 2025, Fire Blaze at its Paint Factory in Gardnerville.‎‎‎ A Wide- Fire has broke out in the Store room of essential building materials and rapidly spread across causing panic in the public.‎‎‎ In a release, Sethi Brothers expressed regrets towards the Situation, while commending the Liberia National Fire Service for what they indicated as Swift and Professional Response. ‎‎‎“We regret to confirm a fire incident that occurred during…

‎-Says He joins After Seeing Progress In Boakai’s Administration ‎By Mark N. Mengonfia ‎‎ James K. Mulbah, Manager at the Roberts International Airport has officially joined the ruling Unity Party (UP) and says he joined after seeing progress by the Joseph Nyumah Boakai led administration.‎ Mr. Mulbah joined on Saturday at the UP Homecoming ceremony in Congo Town during a fund raising rally at the party Headquarters. ‎James said it was his first time joining a party since knowing himself as a person.‎ He said,“Today is a historical day. We are between two walls, the wall of progression and the…

‎—Highlights His Transformational, Outstanding Work ‎ ‎By Prince Allison‎‎ The Administrator of the WAHO Health Center in Bo Waterside, Grand Cape Mount County, Ibrahim Bashiru Nyei, MPH, was over the weekend honored in recognition of what they called transformational leadership and exceptional service to the facility and the surrounding communities. ‎The honor was presented by the God’s Grace Old-Timers Association (GOSA) in collaboration with Clean Communications Network–Liberia.‎ According to the organizers, the recognition celebrates Nyei’s outstanding, transformative, and rebranding efforts that have significantly improved the ECOWAS-run medical center.‎ Nyei, who was recently appointed by President Joseph Nyumah Boakai Sr., has…

‎By: Emmanuel Kerkulah ‎‎Gbarnga -The Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) Bong County Chapter has concluded a day-long celebration of World Volunteer Day in Gbarnga. ‎‎ The celebration, which brought together volunteers and stakeholders, aimed to recognize and appreciate the contributions of volunteers to the LNRCS Bong County Chapter. ‎‎The event provided an opportunity for volunteers to share their experiences and reaffirm their commitment to serving their communities.‎‎ Speaking during the event, J. Edwin Kerkula, a permanent volunteer at the Bong County Red Cross Society, emphasized that volunteerism is a commitment to service. ‎‎Reflecting on the primary purpose and principles…

‎The Association of Liberia Community Radio (ALICOR) has lauded the House of Representatives for the historic passage of the “Act for the Ownership, Management, Licensing, Sustainability, and Operations” of Community Radio Stations in Liberia. ‎‎ The landmark legislation marks a significant step forward in strengthening grassroots communication, promoting media freedom, and empowering rural communities with reliable, independent, and accessible information.‎‎ Act for the Ownership, Management, Licensing, Sustainability, and Operations of Community Radio Stations in Liberia demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing democratic participation, enhancing community development as well as safeguarding the role of community radio as a vital platform for…

Buchanan -The County Agriculture Coordinator (CAC) of Grand Bassa County, Joseph G. Greaves, has outlined major achievements as well as critical challenges facing the ongoing implementation of the Smallholder Agriculture Development for Food and Nutrition Security (SADFONS) project. An initiative aimed at boosting food production, building farmer capacity, and strengthening nutrition outcomes across rural communities. In an exclusive interview recently, Mr. Joseph Greaves described the project’s progress as “encouraging but constrained,” citing the delivery of essential farming equipment as one of the most notable successes recorded so far. Greaves disclosed that farmer groups have received a cassava processing machine, commonly…

‎— Lottery Boss Accused of Withholding Kickball Federation’s Fund ‎By Perry B. Zordyu ‎‎ Report says, the National Lottery Authority has allegedly refused to release the final payment of over LD$911,000 owed to the Liberia Kickball Federation under a LD$2.7 million sponsorship agreement signed in February to support the 2025 season.‎‎ Sources say the newly appointed Director General Peter Solo has declined to honor the last installment, allegedly arguing that the agreement was not signed under his watch. ‎‎The first two payments accordingly, totaling LD$1.8 million, were issued under former Director General Reginald Nagbe, who initiated and executed the earlier phases…

‎— To Strengthen Agricultural & Livestock System ‎ ‎In a landmark step for regional agriculture and livestock development, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, formally signed the financing agreement for the Regional Project as well as inaugurated the West Africa Milk Offensive Support Project (PAOLAO), in partnership with the French Republic. The project is intended to strengthen a Platform of Solutions in Support of Pastoralism and Livestock Farming in West Africa (PEPISAO II). The high-level ceremony brought together diplomats, member-state representatives, and ECOWAS leadership, highlighting the shared commitment to strengthening food security, sustainable pastoral systems, and…