Author: Rural Reporters News Network

By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentNimba County – Tuesday, June 10, 2025- In a noteworthy development for the infrastructure of Nimba County, Rev. John Baryoga, the Overseer of Harvest Intercontinental Ministry Unlimited, Nimba County has expressed gratitude to the national government for its recent efforts to gone far in pavement of the Ganta-Tappita road.Rev. Baryoga said the upgrade is important for improving connectivity, fostering economic growth, and enhancing the overall quality of life for the residents of the Nimba area.He noted that the Ganta-Tappita road is an essential route linking various communities associated with his ministry, facilitating local…

By: Henry B Gboluma, Jr.| Gbarpolu County CorrespondentBopolu City, Gbarpolu —Tuesday, June 10, 2025- On Monday, June 9, 2025, Gbarpolu County saw an important event where Senator Botoe Kanneh, Chairperson of the County Legislative Caucus, spoke strongly at a one-day meeting about the Policy on Girls’ Education.The event was held at Bopolu City Hall and was organized by Paramount Young Women Initiatives in partnership with HOPE, with help from Educate Her.The main goal was to encourage the community to support girls’ education under the theme, “Bringing the Policy Home: Supporting Girls’ Education Through Community Efforts.”Senator Kanneh started her speech by…

Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay |Contributing ReporterTuesday, June 10, 2025-Liberia has officially ratified the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty, becoming a regional leader in the global push to protect the world’s high seas. The decision follows nearly a year of national engagement, including a strong early call by Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), who represented Liberia at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Segment in New York on September 24, 2024.At the time, Dr. Yarkpawolo described the treaty as a “lifeline” for Liberia, whose economy and food security are closely tied to…

By Paul M. KannehCitizens of the Gbandi Land have galvanized to rebuild their community radio. The citizens’ initiative is in response to the request of the Management of the Harleyngee Community Radio to have an ideal and spacious office for the community radio.Through a rallying call, the community has so far raised $702,535 Liberian Dollars. The contributions were made through individuals, institutions and towns. Below is the breakdown of contributions by 112 towns within the Gbandi Land, which are listed by clans: Wanwoma Clan, $148,430, Hassala Clan, $74,705 LD, Lukasu Clan, $90,500, Hembeh Clan, $22,420, Tahamba Clan, $266,990, Wulukuha Clan,…

By: Henry B Gboluma Jr. |Gbarpolu County CorrespondentBopolu City, Gbarpolu — Monday, June 9,2025-As Gbarpolu County works tirelessly to combat a recent Mpox outbreak, officials acknowledge they are facing significant challenges in their efforts.Bennie Clarke, Director of the Community Health Department, explained that limited resources are hampering their response. “Our team is doing everything they can, but shortages of fuel, transportation, and staff motivation are making the fight harder,” he said.Despite these hurdles, the health team remains committed to protecting their community.Since the outbreak was first reported on May 28, 2025, three confirmed cases have been identified across different districts.…

By: D Abraham Cooper| Grand Gedeh County CorrespondentZwedru, Grand Gedeh-Monday, June 9, 2025-The ministry of Justice is conducting a 5- day training on gender mainstreaming and policy action plan for personnel of the ministry of Justice in the south-east.The training started on Tuesday June 3, 2025 at the Zwedru City Hall and ended on last Saturday June 7, 2025.The training was held under the objective: Gender mainstreaming and a gender perspective must be mainstreamed into all development policies and programs to achieve true equality.The training derived from MOJ policy and five years action plan for Gender and social inclusion unit.Reading…

By: Emmanuel Koffa |Grand Kru County CorrespondentDougbo, Grand Kru County – June 7, 2025-Following recent reports of escalating concerns over illicit mining activities in the Dougbo Community, of Grand Kru County, the Ministry of Mines and Energy took decisive action on Tuesday by deploying its Compliance Enforcement Team to halt all unauthorized mining operations in the area.The illicit mining activity which is engulfed within the Community is taking place alone the main road leading from Barclayville to Pleebo, and in the middle of the Dougbo Community.This move aims to safeguard the environment, protect local livelihoods, and reaffirm the government’s commitment…

By: Ben TC Brooks |River Gee County CorrespondentFish-Town, River Gee County- Saturday, June 7, 2025 – KunCare Foundation, a humanitarian organization has provided fifty new desks to the Fish Town Demonstration School River Gee County.  It came amidst report of students of the institution sitting on the bear floor to learn.The donation will significantly enhance the learning condition of students of the school.Headed by the Foundation’s Chief Executive Officer, Cllr. Kun Teh, the desks will address concerns raised by various local media institutions regarding the inadequate learning environment at the public institution. Local journalists in the area who visited the…

By: Ben TC Brooks |River Gee County CorrespondentFish-Town, River Gee County-Saturday, June 7, 2025 – The River Gee Chapter of the Liberia National Red Cross Society, alongside the Fish-Town City Authority, has conducted a clean-up exercise in Fish-Town to mark World Environmental Day.The exercise highlighted the importance of preserving the environment by bringing together local residents, volunteers, and officials, all working towards fostering a cleaner and healthier community.World Environmental Day is globally celebrated on June 5each year to bring attention to pressing environmental issues and promotes sustainability. It started in 1973 and is led by the United Nations Environment Programme…

By:  Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay |Contributing ReporterYarpa Town, RiverCess County, Saturday-June 7, 2025- The Liberia Media Center (LMC) has introduced Forest Media Clinics as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance media support for independent journalists and institutions focused on forest-related issues. This initiative is a key component of the MFGAP output III program.The clinic will function as regional Forest Media Support Hub, coordinated by local journalists, particularly editors from the affiliated institutions. Currently, twelve journalists from Grand Bassa, RiverCess, and Sinoe counties are participating in a two-day capacity-building workshop in Yarpa’s Town, RiverCess County. The event is designed to facilitate…