Author: Rural Reporters News Network

By Rational Joe We have hand pumps in the various towns but everything had spoiled; noted a community resident from lower Twah, District #2 in Sinoe County. The Town Chief of Lower Twah, John Dapaye said creeks/streams are now the only sources of water for the community, adding residents are compelled to fetch from creek/steam waters for household usage which include drinking, washing and cooking. This, chief Dapaye said is not only unique to the dry season; it also happens during the rainy season, acknowledging the risk associated with drinking creek water. He disclosed that the hand pumps were constructed…

By Emmanuel Koffa At least two persons were reportedly shot and four houses destroyed during a land conflict that happened in Grand Kru County on February 5, 2025. The incident took between Wedabo Geneken and Karwlaken communities in Trehn Statutory District, which resulted in gunshots and burning of houses. Eyewitnesses attributed the conflict to a longstanding territorial disagreement between the two communities, which, onlookers say intensified on Wednesday night, February 5, 2025. The situation, according to eyewitness, prompted a rapid response from local law enforcement and Joint Security. Rural Reporters News Network (RRNN) Correspondent quotes eyewitnesses as saying that the…

By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Correspondent Montserrado County, Monrovia- Feb 06, 2025- The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Internal Affairs has procured 15 Toyota Hilux double cabin pickups, designated for the 15 counties’ superintendents across the country. This initiative, in a statement issued by the ministry on Wednesday of this week, “Marks a significant step in enhancing the operational capacity of our front-line officials, who play a crucial role in implementing the government’s decentralization agenda.” In the fiscal budget approved for 2024, the Ministry of Internal Affairs was allocated funds aimed at improving the mobility and effectiveness of our…

The president must realize there is no potential for a deal, and only one of two possible choices would advance U.S. interests in the region. By: Amr Hamzawy| Published on February 6, 2025| EMISSARY The past few weeks have been bewildering for Palestinians in Gaza, their Arab neighbors, and much of the world. U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments on Gaza have sparked outrage across the region and the world. The deal-obsessed president must realize that there is no potential for a bargain here—only two choices. One is to ally with the Israeli far right, continue to promote the displacement of…

By Ben TC Brooks/0777493427 Zwedru -February 4, 2025 – A 27-year-old triplets’ mother, Lydia Kannah is appealing for help in order to sustain her children. Miss. Lydia wants Government of Liberia, philanthropists and child working groups to help take care of her three children. Lydia, on Sunday night, February 2, 2025, gave birth to triplets (all females) at the Martha Tubman Memorial Hospital in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County. She gave birth through a C-section. The triplets’ mother told Rural Reporters News Network (RRNN) in a mobile phone interviewed that she doesn’t have money to take care of the well-being…

By: Ben TC Brooks Grand County, Zwedru – February 4, 2025 – A devastating fire broke out in the Zwedru packing area of Zwedru, reportedly resulting in the tragic death of a 10 month-old baby named Braham Keita. The incident, which occurred in the early morning hours, has left the local community in shock, bewilderment and mourning. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as flames engulfed the structure, with thick smoke billowing into the sky. Nearby residents rushed to the scene, attempting to extinguish the fire and rescue those trapped inside. Despite their efforts, the fire spread rapidly, complicating rescue attempts.…

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has informed parties involved in mining dispute in Ben-Ben Town, Mount Coffee Township that stay-order on mining operations remains in full force until the crisis is amicably resolved. The ministry through its Inspector-General (IG), Agatius Coker, spoke at a community meeting organized by District #1 Representative, Rukie Barry during the weekend. In the meeting, the IG encouraged parties to the conflict to redirect their focus to peaceful coexistence, tolerance and respect for the rule of law, if the Ministry of Mines and Energy should reconsider its decision to lift the ban on mining activities…

By Peter Kollie Gbanway, Salayea District-Health authorities at the Gbanway Health Center have tressed the urgent need to relocate the facility in order to address critical challenges affecting healthcare delivery. The local health authorities have also commended the Government of Liberia for providing essential medical supplies, including drugs. Speaking recently at the health center, Madam Esther T. Monies, Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Gbanway Health Center, expressed appreciation to the Liberian Government and partners for the consistent supply of medical drugs since her appointment almost a year ago. “Before now, it was very difficult to get drugs, but we appreciate the…

To the 55th Legislature Monday, January 27, 2025 “Rescue to Development: Implementing the ARREST Agenda” Mr. Vice President, Mr. Speaker, and Members of the House of Representatives, Madam Pro Tempore and Members of the Senate Associate Justices, and Members of the Judiciary, Madam Kartumu Y. Boakai, First Lady of the Republic of Liberia Madam Dean and members of the Cabinet, Mr. Doyen and Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Heads and Officials of Political Parties, Prelates and Members of Religious Organizations, Our International and Local Partners, Traditional Leaders, Chiefs, Elders, My Fellow Liberians, Distinguished Ladies, and Gentlemen. We thank God Almighty,…

By Solomon Taybla Gbarpolu County health and education authorities have received huge supplies of medical and educational materials valued over US$1.1 million. The donation was made by Gbarpolu County Senator Amara Konneh on January 25, 2025 in Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County. The donations include but not limited to the following items: examination gloves, ultrasound machines (for obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery diagnoses), manual and electronic wheelchairs for patients, examination beds for patient screenings, patient medication trays, neonatal strollers for obstetrics in the clinics. Others are: digital monitors for patient monitoring, disposable syringes, surgical gowns and scrubs for surgeons, textbooks, chairs,…