Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Ben TC Brooks |River Gee Correspondent River Gee County | March 24, 2026 | The River Gee Tubman University Students Association RIGTUSA, has unveiled a comprehensive three-day youth development and academic initiative set to take place from March 26 to 28, 2026. The program aims to inspire academic excellence while addressing pressing social challenges affecting young people across the county. According to RIGTUSA President, Isaiah Tee Sneh the program is designed to rekindle students’ commitment to education and raise awareness about the growing concern of drug abuse among youth. He said the program seeks not only to improve academic…
By: D Abraham Cooper, Sr. | Grand Gedeh Correspondent Zwedru City, Grand Gedeh County |March 24, 2026 | A sweeping investigative report released by Rural Reporters online has cast a somber light on the integrity of the Grand Gedeh County Council; raising urgent questions regarding leadership qualifications and the stewardship of public funds. The report suggests a deepening administrative crisis that threatens to derail the steep progress cum development being made by Grand Gedeh County. Concerns Over Leadership Qualifications The investigation reveals a startling lack of academic credentials within the council’s leadership. Records indicate that seven to eight council members,…
J. Mason Kollie Violent storm has devastated several rural settlements in Lower Lofa County. The storm, which happened on March 21, 2026, destroyed several homes and public buildings. Affected towns and villages include, Hilgbelahun, Bassamalahun, Kolba City, Wuhalahun and Mbalahun. The storm destroyed the only primary schools in Bassamalahun, Wuhalahun and Mbalahun in addition to residential homes. In Kolba City, the storm damaged the solar system at the Harleyngee community Radio and the tower of Eagle FM. Eyewitnesses say the storm disaster began with heavy down pour of rain across district, leaving major towns and villages severely affected. “The damages…
By: J. Mason Kollie | Lofa Correspondent Kolahun District, Lofa County |March 24, 2026 |Several towns and villages in the Lower Lofa have been hit were hit by a violent and heavy storm leaving more families homeless. Some of the places visited by our reporter, were found to be completely smashed as a result of the disaster. On Saturday March 21, 2026, the disaster started with a heavy down pour of rain in almost all the major towns and villages in lower Lofa; destroying major buildings including individual residences and schools alike. Towns and villages affected include among others, Hilgbelahun…
By: Henry B Gboluma, Jr. | Gbarpolu Correspondent Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County |March 23, 2026 | The Superintendent of Gbarpolu County, Sam K. Zinnah, has rejected a US$500 sympathy offer from the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) for the family of a man killed by an elephant in Guyanta in Bopolu District. The FDA team also offered $100 to Mr. Zinnah, $50 to Commissioner, and $50 to the Paramount Chief to help convey their condolences, but the Superintendent refused, citing the FDA’s previous actions against locals who killed elephants. The Gbarpolu County Local Government Boss questioned why the FDA did not…
By Peter Kollie & J. Mason Kollie | Lofa Correspondents Zolowo Town, Zorzor District, Lofa County |March 23, 2026|Residents of Zolowo Town and surrounding communities in Zorzor District are calling for immediate government intervention, accusing Upper and Lower Northern Mining Company of polluting the Zayea River during its mining operations in nearby Kilewu Town. The growing concern follows a stakeholders’ meeting held on January 3, 2026, involving Zorzor District Commissioner Hon. Paul R. Kalama, the Zorzor City Mayor, community leaders, an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)supervisor, and officials from the Ministry of Mines and Energy’s local office in Lofa County. The…
By: Emmanuel Koffa | Grand Kru Correspondent Geneken, Wedabo District, Grand Kru County |March 23, 2026|Over the weekend, a white pick-up truck believed to be heavily loaded with goods and passengers overturned in Geneken on Saturday morning, leaving six people seriously injured and sparking renewed concerns about road safety in rural Grand Kru. The accident was reported by motorcyclists to local authorities, prompting a swift response from officers of the Liberia National Police led by Fedisco D. Chea. Upon reaching the scene, police met the driver, Emanuel Tamba, commonly known as “Falo,” who explained that he was traveling towards Barclayville…
By: Jenneh Kemokai | Grand Cape Mount Contributing Reporter Robertsport City, Grand Cape Mount County |March 22, 2026|The Grand Cape Mount Women Network in collaboration with WaterAid Liberia, marked World Water Day with a powerful advocacy event in Grand Cape Mount County. The occasion brought together stakeholders to highlight the critical issue of water scarcity in healthcare facilities and its impact on maternal health. During the program, women from the county shared poignant testimonies about the challenges they face in healthcare centers without running water, making it difficult for them to access safe and dignified maternal care. These stories underscored…
By: Henry B. Gboluma, Jr. |Lofa Correspondent Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County |March 22, 2026|The newly renovated Gbarpolu County Administrative Building was officially handed over to the Local Government today, marking a major milestone in the county’s development. The building, renovated by Dream Technology Group of Companies, was funded by the Gbarpolu County Social Development Fund at a total cost of US$50,600.00. This funding was approved in the 2025 Gbarpolu County Development Budget by the Gbarpolu County Council, the highest decision-making body according to the Local Government Act. The building boasts 14 modern offices, including restrooms, 2 conference rooms, and separate…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay | Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia |March 21, 2026|The Liberia Agriculture Commodity and Regulatory Authority (LACRA) management team, led by Deputy Director Hon. Alpha Gongolee and Board Chair Hon. Josephine Francis, recently visited the Voinjama coffee nursery to review the progress of 87,000 Liberica seedlings. This initiative is part of LACRA’s efforts to revive Liberia’s indigenous coffee sector, focusing on the high-value Liberica variety. The visit aimed to assess the nursery’s development and ensure the seedlings meet quality standards for distribution to local farmers. LACRA plans to distribute these seedlings to farmers in five selected counties, including…
