Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Peter Kollie |Lofa Correspondent Yeala Town, Zorzor Administrative District, Lofa County |October 29, 2026|Women from four quarters of Yeala Town have joined students of Flomo Vorgborwolo Public School to harvest a rice farm cultivated by the students. The women came from Wenwo, Yarman, Zopo, and Woleman quarters following a call for community support after discussions between school officials and town authorities. The rice farm has reportedly produced more than three tins of rice and has reached the harvesting stage after months of cultivation. Before harvesting began, students took part in several farming activities, including brushing, clearing the land, preparing…
By: Juliet Tenneh Kamara | Bomi Correspondent Tubmanburg City, Bomi County |October 28, 2026|The Bomi County Health Team has launched a breast cancer awareness campaign to educate residents about early detection and prevention. The one-day campaign was held on October 24, 2026, at the conference hall on the grounds of the Liberian Government Hospital in Tubmanburg. The event was held under the theme “Early Detection Saves Lives” and brought together chiefs, elders, students, local authorities, and residents. Speaking at the event, Bomi County Health Officer Dr. Annette Brima Davis explained that breast cancer develops when cells in the breast…
By: Peter Kollie| Lofa Correspondent Voinjama City, Lofa County | October 28, 2026| The Lofa County Health Team has launched a citywide awareness campaign in Voinjama to educate residents about breast cancer and encourage women to seek early medical attention. The campaign began with a parade through major streets of Voinjama City and ended with an indoor program at the main compound of the Lofa County Health Team. County Health Officer Dr. Moses Saah Ujoe Wedeighar said the initiative aims to educate the public about breast cancer, including its signs and symptoms. He encouraged women to visit health facilities promptly…
By: Peter Kollie| Lofa Correspondent Konia Town, Lofa County |October 28, 2026| The Konia Health Center is constructing a modern laboratory facility to improve diagnostic services for patients in Konia and surrounding communities. The project is intended to strengthen the health center’s ability to conduct laboratory tests and support healthcare delivery in the area. The initiative is being carried out through the Lofa County Health Team, with significant support from the Ministry of Health. The new laboratory is expected to provide additional space for laboratory operations and improve the facility’s capacity to conduct medical investigations. Once completed, the facility…
By: Peter Kollie| Lofa Correspondent Voinjama City, Lofa County |October 28, 2026| The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has provided office equipment and furniture to the Lofa County Gender Office under a US$52,810 nationwide initiative to strengthen institutional capacity and improve gender-based violence response services. The presentation took place on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, under the Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP), which aims to improve the operations of County Gender Offices across Liberia. The project seeks to help county offices provide protection and support services to women, children, and other vulnerable groups. Madam Sonnie Twoe, Procurement Specialist for…
By: Keith Morrison | Staff Writer Paris, France |October 28, 2026|The Embassy of Liberia in Paris has initiated discussions with France’s AFNOR Group and the Réseau Normalisation et Francophonie (RNF) Network to explore cooperation aimed at strengthening Liberia’s national quality standards system. The discussions focused on improving institutional capacity, strengthening quality assurance, and helping Liberian products and services compete in regional and international markets. The meeting brought together Liberia’s Ambassador to France, Dr. Teeko Tozay Yorlay Sr., and Franck Lebeugle, Deputy Director General of AFNOR Group, Director of Standardization Activities, and President of the RNF Network. Paul Passerat also accompanied…
By: Figo Mansaray | Staff Writer Abuja, Nigeria |October 27, 2026|African CDC says the Ebola patient in Nigeria was medically evacuated to Switzerland earlier today for further medical care. The patient was accompanied by her spouse, who remains without symptoms, according to the update. Africa CDC reported that the patient was stable and showed clinical improvement at the time of evacuation. The agency commended Nigeria’s emergency responders and health teams for their swift response and commitment to protecting communities. Response efforts will continue with support from Africa CDC to Nigeria’s health authorities and frontline teams. The support will include clinical…
By: Kortu Henry | Contributing Reporter Kolba City, Kolahun District, Lofa County |October 27, 2026| Madam Korpo Momoh, a well-known traditional Gbandi cultural singer popularly known as Korpo Lecture, has moved from sand mining into business following financial support from a couple living in the United States. Known for her singing voice, Madam Korpo has performed at community gatherings, seasonal celebrations, and political events across the Gbandi Chiefdom for many years. Her performances made her a familiar figure in the community, where many residents believed singing was her main source of income. Earlier this year, however, she turned to sand…
By: D. Abraham Cooper| Grand Gedeh Correspondent Zwedru City, Grand Gedeh County |October 27, 2026|Hundreds of Grebo citizens staged a traditional protest in Zwedru on Monday, October 26, demanding answers and justice over reported deaths and disappearances within their community. The protesters came from Grebo communities associated with Maryland, Grand Kru, River Gee, and Sinoe counties. They gathered to express their grief and call on local authorities to address concerns about the safety of their people. The demonstration followed the discovery of Sam Geekor’s body on October 23, four days after he was reportedly reported missing in Kanneh Clan, Grand…
By: Henry B. Gboluma | Gbarpolu Correspondent Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County |October 27, 2026|Two students who walk about an hour each day from Dukuly Town to Bopolu City to attend school have received financial assistance from a Liberian woman living in the United States. Eleven-year-old Victoria Gbassay, a third-grade student, and 14-year-old Kisten Barker, a fifth-grade student at Bopolu Central Elementary School, previously told Voice of Gbarpolu Radio/TV about the challenges they face in getting an education. The students said they wake up as early as 5 a.m. daily to complete household chores before walking to school in Bopolu City.…
