Author: Rural Reporters News Network
To safeguard its financial resources, the continent needs a cohesive strategy for promoting international tax cooperation. by Nara Monkam Published on November 12, 2024 Global tax cooperation and the fight against illicit financial flows (IFFs) have become crucial in international economic governance, especially for African countries. As the global economy becomes more interconnected, base erosion and profit-shifting (BEPS) practices by multinational enterprises (MNEs) have intensified, leading to significant tax revenue losses. Africa’s annual losses due to IFFs total around $88.6 billion, representing 3.7 percent of its GDP, a severe leak in its economic bucket that exacerbates inequality and stifles growth.…
J. Mason Kollie A 42-year-old man has been arrested with huge quantity of marijuana in Voinjama City, Lofa County. Suspect Abraham Mallah was arrested on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in the Sheriff Quarter in Voinjama, Special Agent of the Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency (LDEA) of Lofa County, Kpehe Lomax said suspect Abraham Mallah was arrested with the harmful substance in the Sheriff Quarter early Wednesday. The LDEA Lofa Commander said the suspect had been pretending to be a photographer in the community, but had been selling marijuana to youth in the community under cover. “The guy used to move…
J. Mason Kollie Lofa, November 14, 2024-The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Health, on Thursday November 14, 2024, turned over a newly constructed maternity waiting home to the Administration of the Tellewoyan Memorial Hospital in Voinjama City. The maternity waiting home contained five bed rooms and two offices. Lofa County Health Officer, Dr. Moses Weidehgar said the facility will be used to cater to pregnant women who will travel far distance to have a short stay at Tellewoyan Hospital before delivery. Dr. Weidehgar encouraged pregnant women, particularly those living in far distances to go to the hospital for…
By Emmanuel Koffa Grand Kru County, Nov. 13, 2024, Liberia –In a significant move toward enhancing development initiatives, the Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, has concluded a two-day validation meeting with stakeholders in Grand Kru County. The validation was aimed at identifying and prioritizing key development goals for Grand Kru County. The meeting which ran from Monday, November 11-12, 2024, was held at the Barclayville City Hall and brought together local leaders, physically challenged, community representatives, and governmental officials. Key areas of focus include, infrastructure development, education, health services, and agricultural enhancement-with the aim…
By: Ben TC Brooks River Gee County, Nov. 13, 2024-A log bridge connecting River Gee, Sinoe and Grand Kru Counties via the Nyonken River-Nor has collapsed, bringing vehicular movements to a halt on that road link.The Nyonken River-Nor bridge collapsed as a result of a four-day nonstop rainfall in early September 2024. The bridge is the only access to Tienpo, Nanee administrative district, and connects Grand Kru, Sinoe and River Gee Counties. Nanee Administrative district is known as one of the biggest gold mining areas in River Gee County. With a population of over 7,000 inhabitants (National Housing and population…
Praise Matemavi dreamed of becoming a doctor since he was four years old. At the age of 10, she expressed her desire to become a cardiothoracic surgeon after being inspired by a group of doctors from Loma Linda University in California who visited Zimbabwe to perform congenital heart surgery on children at Parirenyatwa Hospital. In fifth grade, her supportive father bought her a copy of “Gifted Hands,” which she finished in one night. Her interest was further fueled by Ben Carson’s famous narrative. She preferred to operate on the brain rather than the heart. At the age of fourteen, she…
Press Release Buchanan-Liberia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Wilmot Paye, has told participants at the Country’s National Energy Policy review session, (NEP), that the document is a priority concern to the President, Joseph Nyuma Boakai. Addressing a cross-section of energy sector stakeholders convening in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, Minister Paye note that the 2009 instrument already visited by a number of reviews over the year, has the attention of the President, “The President is eagerly awaiting this national energy policy to conclude on it and make it part of his 2025 legislative agenda.” Speaking to efforts participants have made in…
By Ezekiel Geeplay MONROVIA, November 13, 2024 – The Administration of the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS) has clarified that the MCSS has, at no point in time, received US$1.2 million or US$3 million to award a contract as it is being speculated in the media. In an interview with Rural Reporters News Network Tuesday November 12, 2024 in Monrovia, MCSS Director of Communications, Public Relations and Media Servics Samuel Nyenruh described the allegations as unfounded and untrue. He noted that it is only intended to besmear the reputation of the institution. “MCSS can only award contracts based on what it has. But in…
By Emmanuel Koffa Grand Kru—Senator Numene T. H. Bartekwa has expressed deep concerns over the deteriorating road conditions in the Southeast, particularly Grand Kru County. Senator Bartekwa attributed ongoing sufferings of the citizens of the county primarily to infrastructural challenges, mainly bad road network. He spoke on November 12, 2024 when he addressed the press at his Barclayville’s residence. The Grand Kru County Senator referenced the deplorable road conditions between Barclayville to Pleebo and Barclayville to Sinoe county as two main routes that are nearly impassable to vehicular movement. Senator Bartekwa stressed the urgent need for improved road networks in…
By: Jestina Hallie Lofa County, Foya City –November 12, 2024-A heartbreaking incident occurred on November 7, when 15-year-old Sobondoe Windor tragically lost her life in Mayour River while doing laundry. The young girl was washing clothes near the river when she reportedly suffered from a fatal drowning incident. Sobondoe, described by her parents as a kind-hearted and supportive daughter, brought joy and love into their lives. In tears, they recounted fond memories of their daughter; emphasizing how much she meant to the family. “She was always there for us, and it’s hard to believe she’s gone,” her mother stated, struggling…
