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Citizens’ Fury Boils Over as Monrovia Residents Torch Drug Den
New Narratives
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August 14, 2025
Ruins of the Saye Town ghetto in Sinkor; photo by Nemenlah Cyrus Harmon By Nemenlah Cyrus Harmon and Anthony Stephens with New Narratives Summary: · Residents of Saye Town in Monrovia have destroyed a notorious drug den, accusing authorities of...
NPHIL and University of Liberia Sign MOU to Strengthen Scientific Research and Student Training
Front Page Africa
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August 14, 2025
Monrovia – The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) and the University of Liberia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing the scientific research capacity of the university and providing students with...
QNET IS REAL: Liberian Journalists Share Fact-finding VCON Malaysia Experience
Liberian Observer
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A lively and engaging webinar hosted by QNET on 13th August, 2025 brought together Liberian journalists and top officials from the renowned direct selling company, fostering a better understanding of QNET’s mission, products, and outreach. The...
Liberia: ‘Every Dollar Is Miracle Material’, First Lady Kartumu Y. Boakai Turns Birthday Gala Into A Call for National Action
Front Page Africa
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August 12, 2025
Liberia’s First Lady Kartumu Y. Boakai’s recent birthday celebration stood a bold and transformative vision: the construction of the KYB Foundation Multipurpose Complex — a project she described not just as a building, but as a life-changing...
Liberia: Man Allegedly Stabbed Neighbor to Death Over “Chamber Bucket” Dispute
Front Page Africa
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August 12, 2025
According to the police, officers assigned at Zone-One Depot-Two apprehended Souh after he reportedly stabbed Alieu during a dispute. Margibi County—Officers of the Liberia National Police assigned at the Robert International Airport Police Depot...
Liberia: Nimba District #5 By-Election Takes Place Today as Ten Candidates Vie for House Seats
Front Page Africa
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August 12, 2025
Buu-Yao, Nimba County – Voters in District #5 head to the polls today, Tuesday, August 12, in a closely watched by-election to replace former Representative Samuel Kogar, now Senator of Nimba County. Ten candidates are on the ballot in what has...
ActionAid Liberia Concludes Climate Justice Summit Workshop in Bong
Liberian Observer
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ActionAid Liberia has concluded a two-day County-Level National People’s Summit on Climate Justice in Gbarnga, Bong County. The summit brought together grassroots voices, policymakers, and environmental advocates at the Gbarnga Youth Center. The...
Liberia: Cassell Kuoh Celebrates Fourth Trophy of the Season
Front Page Africa
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August 11, 2025
…As Destiny KC Clinches LKF Knockout Championship Monrovia, Liberia – Businessman and football executive Mr. Anthony Cassell Kuoh is basking in yet another moment of glory after his women backed kickball side, Destiny KC of Montserrado, clinched...
Liberia: District 9 Dethrones District 7 to Win 2025 Montserrado District League Title
Front Page Africa
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August 11, 2025
District 9’s journey to the title began with a dramatic escape from the group stage, only qualifying on the last day with a sensational 7-2 victory over District 16. Monrovia – In one of the most remarkable stories in recent Montserrado County...
Liberia: President Boakai Leads Tributes to Late Minister of State Sylvester Grigsby as Gov’t To Announce Funeral Later
Front Page Africa
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August 11, 2025
Monrovia – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has expressed profound shock and deep sorrow over the sudden passing of Sylvester M. Grigsby, Minister of State for Presidential Affairs — describing him as not just a colleague, but a trusted ally...
Experts Say Liberia’s New Environment Lab Could Slash Pollution if the Government Matches it With Enforcement
Front Page Africa
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August 13, 2025
Liberia’s Vice President stands with EPA Executive Director Emmanuel Yarkpawolo and other dignitaries during the dedication of the country’s new environmental laboratory at the EPA headquarters in Monrovia. Summary: Liberia’s new EPA environmental...
Liberia’s Disease Surveillance Officers Threaten to Halt Reporting Over Unpaid Arrears, Payroll Exclusion
Front Page Africa
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August 11, 2025
Gbarnga, Bong County-Liberia’s Disease Surveillance Officers (SOs) have issued a hard-hitting ultimatum to the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL), threatening to suspend all surveillance reporting nationwide beginning today,...
Liberia: Bassa High Alumni in U.S. Rallies for Alma Mater As Emmanuel Reeves Donates $20K
Front Page Africa
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August 11, 2025
PHILADELPHIA, USA – In an impassioned address at the Bassa High School Alumni Association U.S.A. Inc.’s annual convention, alumnus Emmanuel Nuku Reeves announced a $20,000 donation to his alma mater, calling on fellow graduates to deepen their...
Liberia YMCA Kicks Off 2025 Membership Campaign
The New Dawn Liberia
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August 10, 2025
Monrovia, Liberia – August 10, 2025: The Liberia Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) is marking a historic milestone, 144 years of continuous service to young people and communities across the nation. In commemoration, the organization has...
Celebrating Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, a visionary leader, at 84
The News Chronicle
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August 17, 2025
As General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, former military President of Nigeria celebrates his 84th birthday anniversary, it’s my honour and privilege to join millions of Nigerians to felicitate with him and his family on this special occasion. IBB’s...
Gill, Don Hector, and Hilly sweating about Caye Caulker (CC) weed referendum
Amandala
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August 17, 2025
By Colin Hyde I can’t identify what Hilly Bennett’s problem was, but Vaughan Gill was wondering what happens if this Caye Caulker (CC) referendum sparks the teetotalers in Belmopan (BMP) to attempt to make the capital completely dry. I can answer...
Babangida Is A Visionary Leader, Atiku Celebrates Ex-military President At 84
Daily Independent
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August 17, 2025
1 LAGOS – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has celebrated former military president, Ibrahim Babangida at 84, saying that the former leader is a visionary leader. Atiku in a goodwill message on Sunday, noted that IBB has distinguished himself...
To Empower Women and Youth: Her Voice Launches AgriBusiness Clinic
Front Page Africa
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August 12, 2025
Monrovia – In a bid to promote self-sustainability and economic empowerment, Her Voice has officially launched its AgriBusiness Clinic, targeting women, youth, local farmers, and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on value addition...
Liberia: Minister Sylvester Grigsby is Dead
Front Page Africa
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August 9, 2025
Grigsby was among the first officials appointed by President Joseph Boakai in 2024. He previously served as Minister of State during the administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Monrovia – Liberia’s Minister of State for...
Liberia: JFK Hospital Fee Hike Sparks Outrage, Management Urged to Reconsider Decision
Front Page Africa
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August 4, 2025
Monrovia – The administration of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Medical Center (JFKMC) in Monrovia has announced an increase in maternity service fees and the cancellation of free healthcare for children under five, prompting widespread criticism...