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‎— As Liberia Hits Record Low Inflation, Expands Credit Access, and Accelerates Digital Finance ‎By Staff Writer ‎‎The World Bank Group Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer, Mr. Pascal Donohoe, on March 23, 2026 endorsed the Central Bank of Liberia’s (CBL) reform agenda, citing record-low inflation, a strengthened banking system, and rapid digital financial expansion as clear signs of a resurgent and resilient economy. ‎‎Describing the moment as a “critical window of opportunity,” Mr. Donohoe praised Liberia’s macroeconomic progress despite global uncertainties. He emphasized that the country’s economic future will hinge on unlocking private sector growth, noting that nearly 90…

‎”FROM WHERE I SIT”‎‎ By Philipbert Semogai Jabba-Wleh Browne‎ ‎Monrovia -The Commander-In-Chief has made it clear: “THERE WILL BE NO WAR WITH GUINEA.” This statement should be a relief to all Liberians, as war is a catastrophic option that brings immense suffering to a nation and its people.‎    According to Article 34(b) of the Constitution of the Republic of Liberia, “The power to declare war shall vest exclusively in the Senate and the House of Representatives acting jointly.” This provision is clear: only the Legislature, specifically the Senate, has the authority to declare war on Guinea or any other nation.‎   …

Monrovia -‎The civil society group Solidarity and Trust for a New Day (STAND) has called for U.S. diplomatic intervention to help defuse rising tensions along the Liberia-Guinea border, where disputes over natural resources have unsettled communities.‎ The tension centers on sand mining activities along the Makona River, a natural boundary between the two countries. Residents on both sides have accused each other of encroachment and unfair access to the river’s resources, increasing the risk of confrontation.‎ In a statement issued in Monrovia, STAND chairman Mulbah K. Morlu urged the United States government, through its embassy, to support a peaceful resolution…

‎—As New Headquarters Risk Demolition In the Wake of Plans Tubman Boulevard Road Expansion Monrovia -The Government of Liberia has announced plans to expand the Tubman Boulevard Road to six lanes (three in each direction), with several buildings expected to be affected by a large-scale demolition exercise an announcement that seems to be another setback for opposition CDC.‎ Speaking at the Ministry of Information regular press briefing, Roland Giddings, Minister of Public Works, said that the project is expected to commence in mid 2027.‎‎ Among the key structures that are expected to be affected and risk the demolition process if…

The Pronouncement by [EPA] to Protect Liberia’s Wetlands By: Jonathan O. Grigsby, Snr. /Contributor Writer Liberia is amongst many countries around the world keen on the Ramsar Convention, when it comes to the protection of wetlands. This Convention primarily takes wetlands so seriously because of how essential and significant they are; firstly, to the environment, human beings and animals, including fishes and birds. And based on the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, which Liberia joined in 2003, the Treaty designated five wetlands of international importance as (Ramsar Sites) in our beloved country. The Sites are: the Marshall Wetland in Margibi County,…

Monrovia -As Liberia struggles to outlaw the practice of Female Genital Mutilation, several efforts by activists and women advocates get defeated whenever pieces of legislature seeking to outlaw FGM get defeated at the Liberian legislature. This time, with another draft bill which emerged from the office of President Joseph Boakai, known at the Girls and women protection Act of 2025 is again seeking to end the practices. It can be recalled, in 2019 members of the Legislature removed FGM Component from the Domestic Violence law, passing the law without abolishing FGM. The debate dragged on. Some lawmakers feared that abolishing…

“FROM WHERE I SIT” By Philipbert Semogai Jabba-Wleh Browne SHOCKWAVES: SAMUEL JACKSON’S CHILLING REVELATION ABOUT AV SIRLEAF’S DEATH Monrovia -Samuel Jackson, a former Liberian government official, has made a shocking revelation about the death of Amadu Varfee Sirleaf (AV Sirleaf), a former head of security for the Liberia Petroleum Refining Coporation (LPRC). Jackson, a boyhood friend of Sirleaf, claimed to have knowledge about Sirleaf’s disappearance during the 1985 coup attempt led by General Thomas Quiwonkpa. AV Sirleaf was a key figure in the Liberian government, serving as head of security for the LPRC. He was whisked away from his home…

Monrovia -At a major stakeholder dialogue held at the One UN House in Monrovia in February, Deodata Mukazayire, Program Technical Specialist on Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) at UN Women, made renew calls for coordinated action to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Liberia adding that now is the time for Liberia to go beyond temporary ban. Speaking on behalf of the Spotlight Initiative, a joint effort of UN Women, United Nations Population Fund, and United Nations Development Programme, Deodata Mukazayire began by commending civil society actors, particularly the coalition working to end harmful practices, for developing a strategy aimed…

At a one-day partner meeting organized by the National Coalition Against Harmful Practices at the One UN House in Monrovia, William Jallah, Director at the Ministry of Local Government, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with stakeholders to address harmful traditional practices in the country. Jallah thanked development partners and civil society actors for their continued efforts in the fight against practices such as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), noting that the government cannot tackle the issue alone. He emphasized the importance of collaboration, describing the gathering as a crucial step toward strengthening partnerships and aligning strategies. He acknowledged that Liberia…

‎— Investigation Reveals Concealed Fish Burial Sites MONROVIA, LIBERIA –The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia today announced significant developments in its ongoing investigation into the mass fish mortality event in Marvoe Creek, located within the operational jurisdiction of Bea Mountain Mining Corporation (BMMC).‎‎ Working in coordination with Joint Security forces, EPA investigators have traced the chemical contamination to a water diversion structure at the base of BMMC’s underground mining operations within their concession area. According to a release, laboratory analysis previously identified cypermethrin as the contaminant responsible for the environmental incident.‎‎ During the joint investigation, officials discovered multiple burial…