Author: Rural Reporters News Network

By: Emmanuel Koffa| Grand Kru County CorrespondentBarclayville, Grand Kru – Sunday, June 15, 2025 – A 33-year-old Abraham S. G. David, a commercial motorcycle operator and former ambulance driver of the Grand Kru County Health Team amazed locals when he returned a large sum of money he stumbled, while traveling to Maryland County for a sports event.The incident took place during the week on the Barclayville – Pleebo highway, where David found an unaccompanied bag filled with cash.Upon his discovery, the 33-year-old Abraham S. G. David promptly notified his friends and local authorities, who later confirmed that the substantial amount…

By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay |Contributing ReporterMonrovia, Liberia-Sunday, June 15, 2025 – Senate Chairperson on Autonomous Agencies and Sinoe County Senator Crayton Oldman Duncan has issued a strong warning to several concession companies operating in Liberia, announcing his intention to pursue legal action if his legislative efforts to protect Liberians’ rights do not produce meaningful results.The Senator’s concerns center on alleged illegal land acquisitions, exploitative labor practices, and misleading corporate name changes by some foreign companies.In a series of recent radio interviews, Senator Duncan expressed deep frustration over the manner in which certain concession companies are conducting business, particularly in relations…

By D Abraham Cooper |Grand Gedeh county correspondentZwedru, Grand Gedeh-Sunday, June 15, 2025- In a commendable act of kindness, members of the Liberia Fula Intellectual Students Union have donated 50 sacks of mineral water to the Martha Tubman Memorial Hospital.The initiative emerged from a pressing need identified by the students, who observed that patients at the hospital often lack access to basic necessities.Habibu Barry, the executive director of the Liberia Fula Intellectual Students Union, shared the motivation behind this donation. He said the organization was established in 2020 to unify Fula students in Grand Gedeh.He emphasized the importance of supporting one…

By Abednego Tamba AllieuKolahun, Lofa County–A United States Based not-for-profit organization, the Association of Gbandi Landers in America (AGLA) has donated essential medical materials to Kolahun Hospital.The donation was made today, June 15, 2025 at the ground of the Kolahun Referral Hospital. AGLA says the donation is part of its commitment to enhancing health care delivery and ensuring the well-being of citizens of the Gbandi Land.The Medical Director of Kolahun Hospital, Dr. Vamuyan Koroma expressed heartfelt gratitude to AGLA for their generous support, emphasizing the critical role that such contributions play in improving health services within the chiefdom and the…

By: Henry B Gboluma, Jr & Solomon TayblahBopolu, Gbarpolu County —Saturday, June 14, 2025- Historically, women in Liberia have faced significant challenges in fully participating in leadership and decision-making roles. Despite their vital contributions to society, their representation in governance remains limited.According to recent data, women’s representation in Liberia’s legislature stood at approximately 11% following the 2023 General Elections. In the local government structure, women occupy about 11% of positions, while women’s representation in chiefdom leadership is around 8.2%.Recognizing this gap, the Women NGOs Secretariat of Liberia (WONGOSOL) on June 12, 2025, concluded a two-day advocacy event in Gbarpolu County…

By Samuel BorlayKolahun District, Lofa County – June 14, 2025–A $650.000 River Dam constructed by the Government of Liberia is expected to boos rice production in Lofa County.The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Agriculture officially dedicated the Fagonda River Dam on June 14, 22025, marking a crucial moment in the nation’s quest for food security and self-sufficiency.The $650,000 agriculture initiative was fully financed by the government and implemented by the Liberia Qiang Shen Group, a Chinese company. The River Dam project is anticipated to enhance year-round rice production on over 250 acres of lowland located in Fangonda town.Agriculture…

By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Contributing ReporterMonrovia, Liberia —Saturday, June 14, 2025 — In a bold and inspiring announcement, Sinoe County Senator Crayton Oldman Duncan has officially launched “Our Movement”, a grassroots initiative focused on mobilizing citizens toward economic transformation and wealth creation in Liberia.Appearing on Kear Radio on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, and in previous engagements on several local stations, Senator Duncan outlined a vision of a prosperous Liberia fueled by citizens’ empowerment and local resource control.“The vast natural wealth of Liberia must benefit Liberians first,” Duncan declared. “It is time for us to take charge of our own destiny.”He…

By: Bryan Dioh |Maryland County CorrespondentHarper, Maryland County –Saturday, June 14, 2025- More than 837 students at the Harper Demonstration Junior and Senior High School are currently learning under dangerous and deteriorating conditions due to the dilapidated state of the school’s building.The structure, which has reportedly been de-roofed by storms and strong winds over the years, now resembles a makeshift shelter. Students and staff are currently exposed to the open air, particularly during the ongoing rainy season, making the pursuit of quality education an unwelcome sight and daily struggle.Speaking to reporters, Principal Emmanuel Dennis expressed deep concern over the hazardous…

By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentSoutheast, Liberia – Saturday, June 14, 2025 – Moses Gbanyan, Deputy Minister for Research and Extension at the Ministry of Agriculture, has wrapped up a monitoring tour in Region 5 of Southeast Liberia.The purpose of the visit was to enhance agricultural productivity and address challenges farmers are encountering in the region’s agricultural sector.Region 5 includes counties of River Gee, Maryland, and Grand Kru, with coordination led by Jay Doe Welah Jr.Minister Gbanyan said the primary goal of his visit were to assess ongoing agricultural programs and gather direct input from local farmers and…

By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentTappita, Lower Nimba – Friday, June 13, 2025 – The Jackson F. Doe Memorial, Regional and Referral Hospital has achieved a notable milestone in the health sector of Nimba by receiving two prestigious 2024 Performance Excellence Awards that recognize its outstanding contributions to public service and organizational effectiveness.President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., presented these awards during a formal ceremony at the Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs – Cabinet Office.The accolades are part of the government’s 2024 Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS) initiative aimed at fostering excellence, transparency, and accountability among public…