Ebola Crisis in Focus: DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has surged to 2,325 deaths and 4,945 confirmed cases, making it the deadliest in the country’s history, with the UN warning the virus is killing a person about every 30 minutes. Port Security & Politics: Liberia’s port decentralization push is drawing scrutiny as lawmakers and officials position for 2029, while critics flag security gaps and weak enforcement mandates inside the new framework. Justice for War Victims: An editorial urges Liberia to deliver real justice for war victims, warning that a war-crimes court must be independent, funded, and protected from political interference. Health & Safety Alarm: A case involving a woman who died after surgery by a fake doctor highlights calls for stronger oversight by Liberia’s medical regulators. Local Governance Watch: Monrovia City Hall’s deteriorating theater section is raising questions about maintenance of public assets, even as the city points to inherited conditions. Education Drive: President Boakai pushes to return 250,000 out-of-school children to classrooms by 2029, with counties asked to take direct ownership. Energy Crackdown: LEC says it’s stepping up power-theft enforcement with smart meters and more inspections, including at night. Mining Crackdown: Gbarpolu tightens controls on illicit mining by requiring operators to present valid licenses at county entry points. Tourism Project: Government officials toured Providence Island as Liberia prepares development work to turn the historic site into a heritage tourism destination. Tech for Riders: Motorcycle and tricycle unions sign with Digital Liberia to introduce digital IDs and GPS tracking to curb theft and improve accountability.