Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By Henry B. Gboluma, Jr.Nimba County – Liberia’s County Council Chairpersons, together with major civil society groupings, have strongly opposed efforts by some lawmakers to amend key portions of the country’s Local Government Act of 2018.The 15 County Council Chairpersons warned that changes within the Act that are being proposed threaten grassroots democracy, as well as the development plans of Liberia.Rural Reporters News Network (RRNN) has gathered that Grand Gedeh County electoral District #1 lawmaker in the ouse of Representatives, Jeremiah Sokan and a few other legislators whose names were not disclosed, are allegedly exerting efforts for Sections 2.2(e) and…
By Rational JoeSinoe County -A 1-year-old baby has been reportedly raped by two eight-year-old male minors, in Sinoe County.The baby, who is profusely bleeding from her private part is currently undergoing medical treatment at the FJ Grante Memorial Hospital, in Greenville, Sinoe County.On the fateful day of the troubling incident, the mother of the infant left the child with her grandma and went to school when the two minors allegedly molested the 1-year-old sexually, according to an eye witness account.While the child’s mother was away, the grandmother also left the baby in the care of the two minors and went…
By Ben TC BrooksRiver Gee County – A 34-year-old man identified as Charles Katieh, got tragically killed in River Gee County’s Tienpo Statutory District, after a falling tree struck him dead.The heartrending incident occurred earlier this week in Dweh Village, while Katieh was engaged in a routine logging operation.Katieh was assisting a power saw operator when, unexpectedly, a tree fell and fatally hit him, killing the 34-year-old instantly.Amid this heartbreaking incident, local authorities established a 15-member jury to investigate the factors surrounding Katieh’s demise, with the jury concluded its investigation on the note that he died instantly from the impact…
By Ben TC BrooksRiver Gee County – The Ministry of Health (MoH) has appointed Dr. Pauline Weah Mehdeh, a highly experienced public health professional with a strong background in healthcare management, as the new County Health Officer of River Gee, replacing Dr. Masuah T. Kokro, who was recently recalled by the MoH, following less than a year serving in that post.Dr. Mehdeh’s appointment as County Health Officer signifies an optimistic new direction for health services in River Gee, with the expectation of enhanced healthcare delivery to citizens and residents in that part of the country, according to our correspondent in…
By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentRiver Gee County – Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – In a renewed effort to advocate for the residents of electoral district 2, a youthful leader is poised to bring attention to the pressing needs within local communities.Randy Nuch Brickson, a committed youth advocate, aspires to amplify the voices of his fellow young people to drive effective change through well-informed dialogues with decision-makers.Although River Gee County is known for its stunning landscapes and abundant natural resources, including gold and forests, it grapples with serious socio-economic issues, particularly those affecting its younger population.Major challenges such…
By: Henry B. Gboluma, Jr.| Gbarpolu County CorrespondentBopolu City, Gbarpolu —Wednesday, June 25, 2025-The Ministry of Health, in partnership with GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance, officially launched Liberia’s celebration of African Vaccination Week 2025 with a nationwide campaign aimed at increasing immunization coverage across the country, including Gbarpolu County.Under the theme, “Immunization for all is humanly possible,” the campaign seeks to raise awareness that every child and community deserves protection from preventable diseases.Mrs. Mariama Konneh of Bopolu shared her heartfelt message: “I always take my children for vaccines because I know it keeps them safe.” She emphasized, “Vaccines protect them from…
By: Henry B. Gboluma, Jr.| Gbarpolu County CorrespondentWayama Town, Bokomu District—Wednesday, June 23, 2025-In Gbarpolu County, efforts to improve education infrastructure and support local schools are ongoing, despite numerous challenges.Recently, on June 15, 2025, the County Council, led by Chairperson Lucia Massaquoi, conducted an inspection of the ongoing Wayama Public School project in Bokomu District. The visit aimed to assess progress and highlight the pressing needs of the school community.This school project, funded through the County and Social Development Funds (CSDF), is part of the county’s broader initiative to strengthen the education sector and provide better learning environments for children.At…
By: J. Mason Kollie |Lofa County CorrespondentVoinjama city ,Lofa County-Wednesday, June 25,2025- Hundreds of Children are now being used as breadwinners by single parents in Lofa County, thereby resulting into serious situation in Voinjama city, and Lofa County in General.During School hours, Children are found in the streets selling or looking for daily contract just to provide food for the home from which they hailed.During our investigation in several cities and towns in the County, our microphone caught up with several children who were transporting planks for a little amount just to get daily bread for their homes.”We are contracting…
By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentRiver Gee County – Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – Tienpo Dartuken Public School in River Gee County has officially closed for the 2024/2025 school year due to a severe shortage of teachers and educational resources.The school is located in the Tienpo district, recognized for its gold mining activities and represented by Alexander Poure. It is situated about 67 kilometers from Fish Town, the county’s capital.Acting Principal Mr. Michael K. Doe, who has filled the role since his retirement in 2019, conveyed that the school cannot operate without sufficient teaching staff. Although over 150…
By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentRiver Gee County – Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – The health system in River Gee County is experiencing a considerable leadership crisis following the Ministry of Health’s recent decision to recall County Health Officer Dr. Masuah T. Kokro. The reasons for her removal have not been disclosed to healthcare workers in the area.Dr. Kokro, who had served in her role for only a year after succeeding Dr. Henry Y. Dugulu, is the third County Health Officer to be replaced within the last two to three years.The trend of frequent leadership changes has created…
