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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…

— As CSOs Intensify Campaign to Outlaw the Practice By Evelyn Kpadeh Seagbeh At a one-day meeting bringing together members of key Liberian civil society organizations, representatives from the United Nations Women, Nimba County District Number #2 Representative, Nyan Flomo has called for better messaging and more community awareness as they continue engagement and solicit the support of other members of the House to pass the Girls and Women’s protection Act. The meeting was organized by the National Coalition Against Harmful Practices to engage members of the House of Representatives about protecting women and girls from harmful traditional practices. Among…

— Over Alleged Mafa River Pollution ‎Robertsport, G.Cape Mount -A major legal battle is unfolding as Bea Mountain Mining Company faces a staggering US$100 million lawsuit over allegations of polluting the Mafa River in Grand Cape Mount County.‎‎ According to Punch FM, the lawsuit, filed by the Consortium of Legal Practitioners Incorporated, accuses the mining company of reckless, negligent, and unlawful operations that allegedly led to severe environmental contamination and widespread harm to local communities.‎‎ Speaking to reporters, Cllr. Arthur Johnson claimed that hazardous chemicals, including cyanide and mercury, were discharged into the river, introducing toxic substances that have reportedly…

Monrovia -Scores of Liberians in and across Liberia are calling on the President Joseph Boakai to immediately increase the presence of well armed officers to borders across the country.‎‎ They said since the Liberia -Guinea crisis, The Guineans government have already deployed a large military presence to the borders something that has sparked wide outrageous and fear amongst citizens.‎‎ According to them, the presence of the Liberia Armed Forces to various borders will bring relief and protection to its people and the territory.‎‎ While diplomatic engagement continues between both nations, Liberian urged the Unity Party administration to establish a significant…

Monrovia -Following recent sentencing of social media commentator, Prophet Key by the Supreme Court, House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon says the Legislature will move to establish clear rules governing penalties for contempt of court. ‎‎Speaking during an engagement with members of the diplomatic community in Monrovia on Friday, March 13, 2026, Speaker Koon referenced the case involving Prophet Key and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Yamie Gbessay, which resulted in the commentator being sentenced to six months imprisonment.‎‎ According to the Speaker, the ruling has sparked debate among legal experts and commentators, with some describing the penalty as…

‎— For Mpox-Affected People Across Liberia‎ MONROVIA, LIBERIA– The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has launched a three-month emergency response providing immediate food and nutrition support to 11,500 people impacted by the Mpox outbreak in Liberia who are facing isolation and disrupted access to food.‎ As cases rise nationwide, the operation will meet urgent food and nutrition needs for families and communities affected by public health measures across all 15 counties. This rapid response is made possible through partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.‎‎ Mpox was first detected in Liberia in January 2024. The outbreak intensified through 2025 and has…

‎— Vowed Gender Equality & Equal Access to Justice ‎New York, USA -The government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, is participating in the United Nations 70th annual session of the commission on the status of Women currently taking place in New York, United States of America.‎‎ Gender Ministry Gbeme Horace-Kollie delivered Liberia’s official statement during the third sitting of the conference, which is being held under the theme: “Ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls, including by promoting inclusive and equitable laws, policies, and practices and addressing structural barriers”. ‎‎In…

—- As Border Disputes Intensify within the Mano River Basin‎ ‎Abuja, Nigeria -The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed deep concern over rising tensions along the borders shared by the Republic of Guinea and its neighbours, the Republic of Liberia and the Republic of Sierra‎Leone. ‎‎In a statement issued on March 12, 2026, in Abuja, the regional bloc expressed deep concern over the escalating territorial disputes involving the three member states. ‎‎ To ease the tension, ECOWAS announced the deployment of a technical assessment mission to evaluate the situation, with particular focus on the long‑standing Yenga border…