Author: Rural Reporters News Network

By: Emmanuel Koffa Grand Kru County, Barclayville –January 22,2025- The Authority of the Liberia National Police (LNP) Grand Kru Detachment has made significant strides in upholding the law and protecting citizens by arresting a 29-year-old man, Eric Davis for allegedly impersonating and tricking peaceful citizens into that he was an employee of GiveDirect, a renowned humanitarian organization. According to Police Crime Services Unit investigator, Maxwell Tarwily, the arrest took place Tuesday, January 21, 2025 in the heart of the city after doing business with the Zion Assembly of God Mission Church in Barclayville, where the Church members through their pastor…

By Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay Montserrado County, Monrovia-January 21, 2025 – Alumnus of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion University (AMEZU) are expressing grave concern over the institution’s rapid decline, as graduate Ebenezer Borbor emphasized the urgent need for intervention during a news conference on Monday. Borbor, a passionate advocate for his alma mater, described the situation at AMEZU as a “nightmare” that necessitates immediate and collective action from the university’s administration, the church, and alumni worldwide. He urged those in leadership roles to address what he characterized as a crisis stemming from administrative inefficiency and poor management, factors that have led…

By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay Montserrado County, Monrovia- January 21, 2025 – Vice President Hon. Jeremiah Kpan Koung has officially launched the mobile application “OKADAMOTTO,” encouraging motorcyclists across the country to view motorbike riding not as a permanent occupation, but as a stepping stone toward achieving their goals. During the launch event held at Paynesville City Hall on Tuesday, Vice President Koung urged motorcyclists to invest wisely in their riding activities. He emphasized the importance of focus as it relates to achieving one’s goal is business; sharing insights from his experiences having engaged in various business ventures, including money exchange and…

Press Release (January 3, 2025): The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) is saddened to announce the passing of James C. Dennis, Sr., a distinguished founding father and the last surviving member of the Union’s founding cohort. Passing away at the age of 95 on January 14, 2025, at the ELWA Hospital in Paynesville, Dennis was an exemplary figure in the realms of journalism, media, and activism, dedicating nearly fifty years to championing freedoms and journalistic integrity in Liberia. The PUL extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dennis for his instrumental role in the establishment of the Union, where he served as…

By Emmanuel Koffa Grand Kru County-January 21, 2025, Rally-Time Hospital Administrator in Grandcess is undergoing major renovation with support from the government of Liberia though the Health Ministry and Hungerhilfe. The renovation work is part of national’s effort to revamp the country’s health sector amid challenges. The administrator of the hospital, Saywlo Jlateh, has expressed gratitude to Liberia’s Health Minister, Dr. Louise M. Kpoto, Welt Hungerhilfe, and the Government of Liberia for what he termed as their unwavering support and commitment to improving healthcare system in the county. His statement follows the extensive renovation works at the County referral hospital,…

By Samule Borlay As a community once regarded for calmness and agriculture activities, the Gbandi Land is now among rural communities where trading of illicit drugs is prevalence. The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency has arrested many people, mainly male youth and has taken them to court for trial. Despite the crackdown, the illicit trade still continues with the recent arrest of a 32-year-old man identified as Lahai Kamara, following the discovery of a substantial quantity of illicit drugs, including Tramadol and Kuch at his residence. The arrest took place on Saturday morning, January 18, 2025 when LDEA operatives conducted a…

By Gbotolu Wisdom Mawolo Tow remote villages, Kpaku-ta and Massamai towns in Voinjama District, are expected to benefit from the construction of four-classroom school buildings. The initiative is led by Versatile Professional Services (VPS) in collaboration with the Swedish Education Fund for Liberia. As a remote community, students in Kpaku-ta and Massamai face significant challenges in accessing quality education. Many of them are compelled to travel several kilometers to attend the William V. S. Tubman Public School in Vezala. This has posed considerable burdens on students, especially for younger children, causing residents to resort to using town halls, churches, and…

The Ministry of Mines and Energy, led by geologists and mining engineers has begun a compliance inspection of underground mine facilities of the Bea Mountain Mining Company in Grand Cape Mount County. Bea Mountain is a Class ‘A’ mining company operating under a Mineral Development Agreement (MDA), and is the largest industrial gold mining company in Liberia. The inspection is considering conditions of the mines, ensuring that key components of operating processes and procedures are coherent with provisions of the Minerals and Mining Law, and regulations. A release from the Mines and Energy Ministry said the technical assessment team is…

The General Manger of the Royal Ambassador hotel is rallying support for the Tourism’s and Hospitality industry, which he said is a foundation for income generation. The Royal Ambassador Hote is popular for hosting weddings. Its Ballroom can take up to 500+ people, with ceremonies taking place on a front lawn as the magnificent building shows in the background. “The hotel is very popular for weddings, and other indoor and outdoor activities both locally and internationally”, Manager Roland Stilting said. The General Manager of the Royal Ambassador Hote, Roland Stilting spoke on Wednesday January 15, 2025 when the West Africa…

By Joy Mardea Moore A groundbreaking Farm-to-market road construction initiative is paving the way for rural transformation in Lofa County. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) in collaboration with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), this ambitious project is bridging the gap between rural farmers and lucrative markets. This initiative is a lifeline for farmers, improving access to markets, increasing incomes, creating jobs, and revitalizing local economies. With rural development at the forefront of the government’s agenda, these roads are more than just infrastructure—they are pathways to progress. Farm-to market roads under rehabilitation are Zenalormai to Kpakamai (6.9…