Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Rocheford T. Gardiner | Contributing Writer Harper City, Maryland County |April 02,2026| Residents of Maryland County are expressing deep shock and growing frustration as “mutilated” Liberian banknotes—currency so worn, torn, or defaced it is typically deemed unfit for use—have flooded back into local markets. The resurgence of these “mutes” comes as a baffling development for a population that expected a more stable currency landscape following the previous George Weah administration’s move to overhaul the nation’s monetary system. Despite the controversial printing of new series, denominations, and coins intended to replace the tattered legacy notes, the old, damaged currency has…
By: Emmanuel Koffa |Grand Kru Correspondent Grand Kru County, Liberia |April 01, 2026|Residents of Grand Kru County are facing mounting challenges as the Chengbetee Bridge, a crucial link connecting Grand Kru and Sinoe Counties, remains severely damaged and impassable. The bridge’s collapse is affecting daily life, trade, and safety across the region. Local sources report that vehicles—including cars, motorcycles, and trucks—can no longer cross the bridge. Residents and traders are now forced to use makeshift floaters to transport goods and people, a risky practice that endangers women, children, and the elderly. “The bridge is not just a route; it is…
–Historic Partnership Meant to Strengthen Education, Agriculture, and Youth Empowerment in Liberia By: Peter Kollie | Lofa Correspondent Monrovia, Liberia |April 01, 2026| In a significant step toward advancing education and national development, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai has fulfilled key financial commitments to Change Agent Network University (CAN-U) in partnership with Mr. Eric W. Wowoh, the institution’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer. The President has provided: USD $5,000 toward completing the Administrative Building USD $10,000 for solar energy installation. These investments are expected to enhance academic operations, improve learning conditions, and provide sustainable energy solutions for students and faculty.…
By: Keith Morrison | Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia |April 01, 2026|The outgoing Chairperson of the National Elections Commission of Liberia (NECㅡLiberia), Madam Davidetta Browne Lansanah, has commended members of the national and international media for their critical role in strengthening Liberia’s electoral processes, as she concludes her tenure spanning more than a decade. In a formal letter addressed to the media dated 31 March 2026, Madam Browne Lansanah expressed ‘deepest gratitude’ for the invaluable contributions journalists have made in highlighting and supporting the work of the NEC from 2013 to March 2026. She credited the media with promoting transparency, accountability,…
By: Peter Kollie | Lofa Correspondent Salayea City, Salayea District, Lofa County |April 01,2026|Students from Lofa County studying at Cuttington University are calling attention to what they describe as a serious lack of support from the county’s legislative caucus, particularly in the area of scholarships and financial assistance. The concerns were raised by the Lofa County University Students Association at Cuttington University, which says repeated appeals to lawmakers for educational support have yielded no positive response. Speaking to reporters in Salayea District, the association’s president, Joe Tarblo, said several efforts have been made to engage members of the Lofa County…
By: Peter Kollie |Lofa Correspondent Salayea District, Lofa County | April 01, 2026 |Students and administrators of the Lutheran Training Institute (LTI) in Salayea District, Lofa County, are breathing a sigh of relief after receiving support to begin repairs on a school building damaged by a heavy storm over the weekend. The violent storm, which struck on Saturday, March 28, 2026, tore off a portion of the roof from one of the institution’s buildings on the school’s main campus, leaving part of the structure exposed and raising concerns about the safety of students and the continuity of academic activities. Following…
By: Ben TC Brooks |River Gee Correspondent River Gee County | March 31, 2026 | The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Education, has officially broken ground for the construction of the Deabo public school in Youworken Town, Webbo School district, marking a significant milestone in efforts to improve educational infrastructure in River Gee County. The project comes in response to sustained media report by RRNN; highlighting the dire and unsafe learning conditions faced by students in Deabo Chiefdom, Electoral District 3. For years, children in the area have attended classes in severely dilapidated structures, raising serious concerns about…
By: Keith Morrison | Contributing Writer Paris, France | March 31, 2026 |His Excellency Dr. Teeko Tozay Yorlay Sr. held a strategic meeting with Mr. Cedric VIRCIGLIO, Director for International Relations, European Affairs and Strategic Foresight, HAROPA PORT, at the Embassy of the Republic of Liberia near Paris, France. According to an official dispatch issued by the Embassy, the discussions focused on the establishment of a sister port relationship between Liberia’s National Port Authority (NPA) and HAROPA PORT. During the meeting, Ambassador Yorlay expressed sincere appreciation to Mr. VIRCIGLIO and the management of HAROPA PORT for accepting the invitation for…
By: Ben TC Brooks | River Gee Correspondent River Gee County |March 30, 2026| A wave of sorrow swept across River Gee County as residents gathered to bid a final farewell to respected educator and broadcaster Newton N. Winn who was laid to rest on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Fish-Town Cemetery. Mr. Winn’s passing marks the close of a remarkable chapter defined by decades of service in education, community leadership, and media development in southeastern Liberia. Born on September 29, 1949, he died on March 2, 2026, leaving behind a lasting legacy rooted in knowledge-sharing and public engagement.…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay | Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia |March 30, 2026| The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) team visited Nimba University campus today for a lively public consultation with students on the draft IMEI regulation. Led by Senior Regulatory Analyst Kwatama Bettie, the team shared key details about the proposed regulations, listened to students’ views, and explored how better IMEI management can protect mobile users and boost telecom services in Liberia. The consultation aimed to gather feedback from students on the proposed IMEI regulations, which include creating a Central Identification Registry to store unique 15-digit IMEI numbers assigned to…
