Trump’s awkward moment with Liberian president | READER COMMENTARY

When President Donald Trump met with African leaders at the White House on July 9, the Liberian President Joseph Boakai spoke in English, the official language in his country. Trump was apparently surprised when he heard Boakai speaking in English...

Beyond The English: The Media Missed Liberia’s Moment

When President Donald J. Trump recently praised President Joseph N. Boakai’s “beautiful English” at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, social media lit up. The video clip went viral. Amid the noise, journalists in both the U.S. and Liberia failed to...

‘I Will Be Chief Justice for Every Liberian’

In a critical confirmation hearing before the Liberian Senate on Monday, July 14, 2025, Associate Justice, Cllr. Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay, nominated as the country’s next Chief Justice, pledged to serve impartially and uphold the rule of law for all...

“No Request Made” for Liberia to Take U.S. Deportees

The Government of Liberia has denied reports that it has agreed to a U.S. request to receive deported migrants from the United States, amid growing concern following a Reuters report that President Donald Trump pressed five African nations,...

Indian Embassy Hosts Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia

On 10 July 2025, members of the Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia (WLCL) met with Ambassador Manoj Bihari Verma at the Embassy of India in Monrovia and had a constructive interaction focused on partnership, women’s empowerment, parliamentary...

Ngafuan Secures IMF, U.S. Backing for Liberia’s Development Push

The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has successfully secured new commitments and strong endorsements from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and key United States institutions to bolster Liberia’s national...

IITA Commissions SAH Screenhouse to Accelerate Cassava Propagation in Liberia

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), through the EU-funded Seeds4Liberia initiative, has refurbished and commissioned a Semi-Autotrophic Hydroponics (SAH) screenhouse at the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI) in...

Consultative Not Dictative

In the Constitution, the Supreme Law of the Land called Liberia, one finds in Section One Article One the words: All Power is the inalienable right of the People. However, many people think that the power is in the hands of the powers that be....

Monrovia celebrating 100 years in 2026 with Centennial Ruby hydrangea

Cuts to US aid deepen health crisis in rural Liberia

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. SARWORLOR, Liberia -- Five months ago, Roseline Phay, a 32-year-old farmer from the West African nation of Liberia, set off on a quest to find contraceptives....

Liberia: When You Meet the King, Give It Your Best Shot

When you’re meeting the king, you give it your best shot. To Americans, Donald Trump is their president. But to Liberia and some parts of the world, he’s more than that—he’s seen as a king, simply because he leads the most powerful nation on...

Liberia to Introduce Kickball in Sierra Leone Through Sports Diplomacy Visit

Monrovia – The National Sports Authority (NSA) of Sierra Leone has officially invited the Liberia Kickball Federation (LKF) for a sports diplomacy visit from July 21 to 25, aimed at introducing kickball to Sierra Leone. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway...

Liberia: Building Trust through Effective Service Delivery in Africa

MONROVIA – The World Bank’s annual Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA) report for Sub-Saharan Africa, released today, reveals that despite a stable average CPIA score for the region, there is an urgent need for governments in Africa...

Liberia: NASSCORP At 50: Celebration of Protection, Progress, and Purpose

The celebration of a colorful golden jubilee by the National Social Security and Welfare Corporation (NASSCORP) has a lasting impact on the corporation’s workforce and its beneficiaries because the institution stands as an emulative symbol of...

Liberians angry after Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise for their leader’s English

MONROVIA (AP): There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after US President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. “Such good English,” Trump said to Boakai at the White House, with visible surprise. “Such...

Liberia to Lead Newly Formed MRU Parliament

Liberia is poised to take a leading role in West Africa’s regional integration efforts as House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon is expected to become the first Speaker of the newly established Mano River Union Parliamentary Body (MRUPB). The official...

Liberia: ‘Promoting Diversity’ – CHI Holds Cultural and Art Festival as Female Lawmakers, Diplomats Back Inclusion Initiative

CHI Executive Director Madam Naomi Solanke emphasized the importance of embracing diversity and fostering inclusion across all spheres of society—from communities to the workplace. Monrovia – In a stirring call for national unity and social...

Liberia: CDC Youth League Endorses STAND’s July 17 Nationwide Peaceful Protest

CDC Youth League Chairman Emmanuel Johnson Presenting Endorsement Statement to STAND Chairman Mulbah Morlu Monrovia – The Revolutionary National Youth League of the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) on Thursday formally endorsed the...

Liberia’s Top High Schools to Compete in National IP Competition Finale

The event marks the conclusion of a nationwide academic initiative focused on intellectual property education and awareness. Monrovia – Six high schools from across Liberia are set to compete in the National Finale of the Intellectual Property...

Liberia: Suspension Looms Over Rep. Marvin Cole for Alleged Disorderly Conduct in Plenary

According to the committee, Rep. Cole’s actions violated Rule 42 of the House’s Standing Rules, which prohibits disorderly behavior or conduct that brings the House into public disrepute. Monrovia – Bong County District #3 Representative Josiah...