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Liberia: Monrovia Observes International Day of Yoga with Emphasis on Unity and Wellness
Front Page Africa
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June 23, 2025
The event featured remarks from Indian Ambassador to Liberia, Mr. Mangi Bihari Verma, who emphasized yoga’s global significance as a unifying practice for mind, body, and spirit. Monrovia – Liberia joined countries across the globe on Saturday,...
Amistad Research Center struggles to preserve Black history after major funding cuts
WWL - Louisiana
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July 1, 2025
NEW ORLEANS — One of the country’s most important Black history archives is facing an uncertain future. The Amistad Research Center, located on the campus of Tulane University, has lost 40% of its federal funding, resulting in a dramatic reduction...
AML scholarship program aligns with Liberia’s goal of building technical workforce
The New Dawn Liberia
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June 30, 2025
ArcelorMittal Liberia’s Advanced Academic Scholarship Program is aligning well with Liberia’s national goal of cultivating a technically skilled workforce. Launched under the company’s Mineral Development Agreement (MDA), the program supports...
KEEP-Liberia, Irish Embassy Celebrate Bloomsday with Global Book Giveaway
Liberian Observer
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In a vibrant celebration of literature, the Kids Educational Engagement Project (KEEP) Liberia, in partnership with the Embassy of Ireland in Liberia, hosted a special event as part of the Irish Embassy Global Book Giveaway to commemorate...
Nine Liberians earn degrees from Regional Maritime University
The New Dawn Liberia
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June 30, 2025
Nine Liberian students were conferred degrees at the 19th Congregation of the Regional Maritime University (RMU) in Accra, Ghana, during a colorful ceremony held at the university’s parade grounds on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The ceremony, attended...
Liberia Engages Africa’s Tourism Leaders in Abuja
Liberian Observer
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A Liberian delegation led by Assistant Minister for Tourism, Atty. Dogba K. Norris, Jr., has departed Monrovia to participate in two high-level African tourism events in Abuja, Nigeria, aimed at advancing regional collaboration and sustainable...
Liberia: Conflicting Figures on Foreign Workers at ArcelorMittal Leave Public Puzzled As FPA Gains Rare Access to AML Job Numbers
Front Page Africa
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June 20, 2025
Monrovia – A startling contradiction between two senior Liberian government officials has stirred national confusion over the number of foreign workers employed by ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), raising concerns about inter-agency coordination and...
Edward James Roye, Liberia's 5th president, began as a barber in Newark
Newark Advocate - Ohio
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Edward James Roye, an African American barber from Newark who became the fifth president of Liberia in 1870, has been the subject of many articles over the years. Some aspects of these stories are inaccurate and misrepresent this college-educated...
Liberia: A Woman of Many Crowns: Mollyn Jarbo – Liberian-American Trailblazer Appointed Club President, Promises Bold Revival of Women’s Football
Front Page Africa
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June 20, 2025
Monrovia – Once renowned for gracing international runways, Mollyn Duwelee Giselle Jarbo is now stepping onto the football pitch with a bold new mission—to restore the glory of World Girls Football Club (WGFC) and help redefine the future of...
Liberia: “A Roadmap for Reform”- EU-Backed ‘Talking Agribusiness Project Concludes with Hard-Hitting Review of Liberia’s Agri-Food Sector
Front Page Africa
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June 19, 2025
Monrovia – After several years of in-depth research, nationwide engagement, and policy analysis, the CERATH Development Organization (CDO) has concluded its flagship initiative, “Talking Agribusiness in Liberia,” presenting a strategic roadmap...
Liberia: Bassa Lawmaker Flomo Raises Alarm Over Collapsed GIO Town Road Linking Three Counties
Front Page Africa
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June 20, 2025
Partial Views of the Gio Town Road that connects Grand Bassa to Nimba and Bong Counties Capitol Hill, Monrovia – Grand Bassa Electoral District #4 Representative Alfred Hezekiah Flomo, has issued an urgent public call to the central government...
Liberia: Setuup Launches HLU Bulk SMS Platform to Boost Communication Across Liberian Institutions
Front Page Africa
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June 19, 2025
Monrovia – Setuup, a Liberian technology company, has officially launched HLU, a Bulk SMS platform designed to strengthen mass communication capabilities for institutions across Liberia. By Selma Lomax [email protected] The service is aimed at...
Liberia: Millions Disbursed by GoL and AML Wasted in Grand Bassa County
Front Page Africa
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June 20, 2025
Grand Bassa Electoral District #4 Representative Alfred Hezekiah Flomo, has issued an urgent public call to the central government through the Ministry of Public Works to assess and repair the GIO Road. The Gio Town Road, according to the Grand...
Liberia To Host Major Trade And Investment Conference In Monrovia
MENAFN
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the National Investment Commission (NIC) and the Liberia Chamber of Commerce (LCC), is proud to announce the upcoming Liberia Trade and Investment Conference under the...
Liberia, China Deepen Cooperation Through Mine Rescue Initiative
Liberian Observer
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In a powerful show of international solidarity, Liberia and the People’s Republic of China have reaffirmed and deepened their longstanding bilateral cooperation through a new initiative focused on mine safety and rescue operations. The move comes...
Marking International Women’s Day 2025: Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej & First Ladies of Africa Empower ...
Business Ghana
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Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany together with First Ladies of Africa who are also their Ambassadors, Ministries of Health, Education, Communication & Gender, mark ‘International Women’s Day...
Liberia: Jackson F. Doe Hospital Honored for Excellence in Public Services
Front Page Africa
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June 18, 2025
Monrovia – The Jackson F. Doe Hospital has received prestigious recognition as part of a broader government initiative aimed at honoring public institutions that exemplify excellence in service delivery, transparency, and measurable impact. This...
Liberia: Minister Dagoseh Praises China’s Continued Support to Liberia
Front Page Africa
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June 18, 2025
She cited projects such as the Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf Ministerial Complex and the University of Liberia’s Fendell Campus as examples of China’s tangible contributions to Liberia. Monrovia – The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Magdalene Ellen...
Immigrants file class-action lawsuit against Trump over ‘unlawful’ ICE arrests inside courthouses
The Independent
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July 16, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Digital ID revolution: Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, PNG make strides
Coingeek
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June 26, 2025
Homepage > News > Business > Digital ID revolution: Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, PNG make strides Digital identity is no longer a buzzword; it’s the foundation of the rapidly growing digital economy. Most governments are spending millions of dollars to...