Police Charge Liberian Samuel P. Jackson in Death of South African Wife; Family Denies...
The Liberia National Police (LNP) has formally charged Samuel P. Jackson in connection with the death of his wife, Toni Jackson, citing forensic evidence and what investigators describe as a pattern of domestic violence....
Liberia Land Authority Urges Action as EU-Backed Land Reform Project Launches
Liberia’s land reform efforts must move beyond legislation to real-world impact, the head of the Liberia Land Authority (LLA) said Tuesday, as a new European Union–funded project was launched to strengthen community land rights.
Executive...
Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violent
Nigeria's high commission in South Africa has urged its citizens there to be cautious following an anti-illegal immigration protest in Eastern Cape province that turned violent.
On Monday, activists were holding a peaceful march in...
President Boakai Nominates Jonathan K. Weedor as NEC Chairman
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has nominated Mr. Jonathan K. Weedor as Chairman of the National Elections Commission (NEC), following the resignation of Madam Davidetta Browne-Lansanah.
Mr. Weedor brings extensive expertise in electoral administration, governance,...
Côte d’Ivoire Cocoa Fund Mismanagement Sparks Strike Threat from Producers
ABIDJAN – The backbone of Côte d’Ivoire’s economy is facing a historic breaking point.
On Wednesday, March 26, 2026, the National Organization of Coffee-Cocoa Producers (ONPCC-CI) issued a scathing declaration accusing the Coffee-Cocoa Council (CCC) of...
PCC to Ensure Affordable Fees for Waste Collection; Intensifies Awareness of Black Carbon Emission...
Every evening in Paynesville, thin plumes of smoke rise from burning piles of garbage, becoming a normal part of life for many residents.
However, behind this haze lies a growing danger—black carbon, a pollutant that...
Ex-Liberian President Weah to Deliver Keynote at Oxford Africa Conference
OXFORD, England – Former Liberian President George Manneh Weah has been announced as the keynote speaker for the 16th Oxford Africa Conference, scheduled for May 16–17, 2026, at the University of Oxford.
The two-day event, organized...
Lofa University Board Concludes Strategic Retreat, Approves Key Policies and Partnerships
The Board of Trustees and Senior Staff of Lofa County University (LCU) have successfully concluded a two-day strategic retreat held from March 13–14 in Gbarnga.
During this retreat, they made significant decisions aimed at...
Despite Communique, Guinean Troops Reportedly Cross Into Liberia
Tensions along the Liberian-Guinean border have flared once again, despite a recent diplomatic communique signed in Conakry aimed at easing hostilities.
Local sources in Lofa County told Liberia Public Radio that Guinean military officers have...
Paynesville City Corporation and Partners Raise Awareness on Open Burning in Wood Camp Community
Monrovia and Paynesville, the two largest cities in Liberia are homes to more than 1.8 million people combined and face the daily struggles of waste disposal leaving residents in both cities to burn their...
