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OPINION: The Trouble With Nigeria’s Healthcare System
November 06, (THEWILL) — The quality of a country’s healthcare system is a mirror image of its leaders’ commitment to citizens’ health. Countries like Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and Switzerland are among the world’s top countries with the best...
Fifth meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) Emergency Committee regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) is hereby transmitting the report of the fifth meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) Emergency Committee (Committee) regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024, held on...
Liberia: Judge Barco Reinstates Assault Case Against Miss Liberia 1st Runner-Up
The reinstatement of the case means Wilson will once again face trial for alleged simple assault and disorderly conduct, charges stemming from an incident that has drawn significant public attention and debate over the past months....
Medica Liberia begins 5-Day stress and trauma sensitive training for LNP Officers
By Lewis S. Teh Paynesville, November 5, 2025: Medica Liberia has begun a five-day Stress and Trauma-Sensitive Training of Trainers (ToT) for senior instructors and training officers at the Liberia National Police (LNP) Academy and Training...
Liberia Launches Nationwide Campaign to Vaccinate Adolescent Girls Against HPV
The Ministry of Health has announced a five-day nationwide campaign against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) for girls aged 9 to 18. Eligible girls will receive a single dose of the vaccine at their schools or via their communities. The vaccination will...
Medica-Liberia Hosts Trauma-Sensitive Training for Police Trainers
Medica Liberia has launched a five-day Stress and Trauma-Sensitive Training of Trainers (ToT) for senior instructors and training officers of the Liberia National Police (LNP) Academy and Training School. The training seeks to build the capacity...
Liberia: MCSS-Sponsored Students in India Cry Out Over ‘Lack of Support
Monrovia- Nineteen Liberian students studying in India under the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS) scholarship program are raising alarms over what they describe as neglect and abandonment by the institution’s current administration. By...
Liberia: AML Launches 10th Advanced Scholarship Program, Empowering More than 100 Liberian Students Since 2005
Monrovia – ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), in partnership with the Government of Liberia, has announced the launch of the 10th batch of its Advanced Academic Scholarship Program with a call for applications by interested candidates. The launch of the...
Liberia: Sen. Amara Konneh Urges Thorough Review of Proposed Toll Road Concession Before Ratification, Says Deal Is…
MONROVIA – Senator Amara Konneh of Gbarpolu County has cautioned the Liberian Senate against rushing to ratify the proposed toll road concession agreement between the Government of Liberia (GoL) and Pavifort AL Associates Ltd., warning that while...
Liberia: President Boakai Requests One-Week Extension to Submit FY2026 National Budget
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has notified that august body that the submission of the draft National Budget for Fiscal Year 2026 will be delayed by one week. Monrovia – The Executive Branch of the Government of Liberia (GoL) has formally...
Liberia Deepens Global Environmental Commitment at COP-6 of the Minamata Convention on Mercury in Geneva
In his interventions, Mr. Jallah emphasized that Liberia’s active involvement in COP-6 signals the government’s determination to strengthen environmental governance and uphold global standards for pollution control. Geneva, Switzerland – Liberia...
Liberia: Senate Passes Cybercrime Act To Combat IT Fraud, Others
The passage stemmed from the submission of a report from the Joint Committee on Post and Telecommunications, Judiciary and Claims and Petition. At long last, the Liberian Senate has passed the Cybercrime Act of 2025 aimed at establishing a...
medica Liberia Begins 5-Day Stress and Trauma-Sensitive Training for Trainers of the Liberia National Police Academy and Training School
Monrovia, Liberia – November 3, 2025: “This training will help our instructors and officers understand the human side of policing,” DCP. Benedict S. Kpehe – Deputy Commissioner of Police for Training/LNP- ATS stated. Medica Liberia has launched a...
UAE and Liberian Presidents Hold Talks to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, President of the Republic of Liberia, to explore ways of enhancing bilateral relations and expanding cooperation, particularly in areas...
PIH Dedicates Major Health Facilities in Maryland County
Partners In Health (PIH) Liberia has officially dedicated two major health infrastructure projects in Maryland County, underscoring its commitment to improving healthcare delivery, staff welfare, and patient care in southeastern Liberia. The new...
President Sheikh Mohamed meets President of Liberia in Abu Dhabi
President Sheikh Mohamed on Tuesday met Joseph Boakai, President of Liberia, to discuss bilateral relations. The meeting, held at Al Bahr Palace in Abu Dhabi, saw the two men discuss many sectors such as renewable energy, health, education,...
Liberia: Sen. Konneh Urges Government to Prioritize Structural Reforms, End ‘Hostilities and Extortion’ Against Investors
Senator Konneh pointed out that winning public relations campaigns on the political economy is one of the hardest challenges any administration faces when citizens’ pockets are empty. MONROVIA — Gbarpolu County Senator Amara Konneh, who chairs the...
UAE and Liberia Presidents hold talks to strengthen bilateral ties
Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, President of the Republic of Liberia, focusing on advancing bilateral ties and expanding cooperation across multiple...
UAE, Liberia discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations
The meeting took place at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, where His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed welcomed President Boakai and highlighted the wide potential for cooperation between the UAE and Liberia across a range of sectors, including...
UAE, Liberian Presidents discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations
ABU DHABI (WAM) UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks Tuesday with His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, President of the Republic of Liberia, to explore ways of enhancing bilateral relations and expanding...