Author: Rural Reporters News Network
A US$15k bridge project to boost road connectivity and local development has been launched in Mannah Clan, Klay District, Bomi County. Official groundbreaking ceremony for the project took place on January 17, 2026 by Alexander Jackson, Chief Executive Officer of A-Z Health Facility. The project, known as the Robertson Bridge, is expected to significantly enhance connectivity among several towns and villages, including Geveh-fin-see. Alexander Jackson said when constructed, the bridge will address long-standing transportation challenges faced by residents who rely heavily on the route to move farm produce, goods, and essential services, particularly during the rainy season when travel becomes…
By: Henry B. Gboluma, Jr. | Gbarpolu Correspondent Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County | January 20, 2026 | The Sixteen Judicial Circuit Court in Gbarpolu County has denied the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission’s (LACC) motion to change the venue of the high-profile Yellow Machine Case. The case involves allegations of corruption and misuse of public resources linked to the procurement and management of three heavy-duty equipment – a Bulldozer, Excavator, and Grader, valued at $425,000, intended for county development. The defendants include: Sam K. Zinnah, Superintendent of Gbarpolu County, Omaru Sheriff, CEO of City Lion, J. Keyah Saah, former Superintendent of Gbarpolu…
By: Ben T.C. Brooks | River Gee Correspondent River Gee County | Jan. 19, 2026 | Residents of Fish Town City, River Gee County, on Monday staged a large-scale protest against the Liberia Electricity Corporation – LIBENERGY citing the prolonged lack of stable electricity supply in the city. The protest, which quickly escalated, saw citizens mounting a major roadblock along the Maryland–Grand Gedeh highway, effectively bringing traffic to a complete standstill. Vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial transport were all prevented from passing through Fish Town for several hours. Demonstrators accused LIBENERGY of repeatedly failing to provide reliable electricity to the county…
By: J. Mason Kollie | Lofa Correspondent Lawalazu Town, Voinjama District |January 18, 2025 | A 60 year–old man identified as Siafa Woiwor on January 12, 2026 mysteriously disappeared in Central Lawalazu town, Lofa County. According to family sources, Siafa Woiwor disappeared while urinating behind his House mid–day. Voinjama district Commissioner David Mawolo confirmed the information, and said it is a serious public concern for the district. “Up to present, we haven’t find the Old Man which is causing serious concern for us our district” Commissioner David Mawolo said. Police in Voinjama city are investigating Neighbors in the Lawalazu town,…
By: Peter Kollie | Lofa Correspondent Zorzor District |January 18, 2025 | A serious motor accident was reported earlier today on the main road between Zorzor and Sucromu Town in Lofa County. According to eyewitnesses, the vehicle was traveling toward Monrovia when the driver reportedly lost control of the car. The vehicle subsequently veered off the road and plunged into a valley near Sucromu Town. Eyewitnesses at the scene said several workers were onboard the vehicle at the time of the accident. They disclosed that all occupants sustained serious injuries and were in critical condition following the crash. Community members…
By: D Abraham Cooper, Sr. | Grand Gedeh Correspondent Grand Gedeh at Risk of Losing ‘Forest Giant’ Status Zwedru City, Grand Gedeh County |January 18, 2025 | Grand Gedeh County, long recognized as Liberia’s third-largest forest reserve, is on the verge of losing its standing due to rapid depletion and illegal activities. In an exclusive interview, Mr. B.M. Weah, Director of Region #4 for the Forestry Development Authority (FDA), warned that the county’s once-rich biodiversity is “sliding away” due to unauthorized settlements and illicit resource extraction. Burkinabés influx and illegal farming A primary driver of this environmental crisis is the…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay | Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia |January 18, 2025 | Government of Liberia through the LTA is set to revamp its Country Code Top Level Domain (CCTLD), in a bid to enhance its digital economy. Currently, the .lr domain is used by only 22 government ministries and websites, lacking the technical features and security needed to support a robust digital economy. The process of redelating the .lr domain is underway, with consultants guiding the process and involving input from various government agencies. The expected nine-month process according to the Liberia Telecommunications Authority aims to establish an infrastructural…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay | Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia | January 18, 2026 | The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) is gearing up for the First National Infrastructure Conference, scheduled to take place in Ganta City, Nimba County. Ahead of the conference, LTA said, it’s rolling out a series of infrastructure offerings for investors interested in the country’s telecommunications sector. In a statement issue Thursday on its official Facebook page, the LTA announced that it will be releasing a series of investment opportunities in the telecommunications sector, inviting potential investors to explore the possibilities in Liberia’s growing digital landscape. “All roads…
Monrovia, Liberia – The Board of the Liberia Forest Media Watch (LFMW) has endorsed a series of strategic reforms and sustainability measures following a comprehensive meeting that focused on project updates, gender inclusion, capacity building, institutional strengthening, and editorial direction. The meeting, held on Tuesday, January 13, 2025, reviewed progress under the EU-funded FLEGT VPA project, assessed organizational performance, and charted a forward-looking agenda aimed at safeguarding LFMW’s niche in forest governance, accountability, and environmental journalism. Non-Cost Extension and Sustainability Plans Management informed the Board that the current EU-FLEGT VPA project is officially scheduled to end in April 2026. However,…
Nice, France | 17 January 2026 | The Republic of Liberia was represented today by Dr. Teeko Tozay Yorlay, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, at a high-level ceremonial event held under the patronage of the United Nations in Nice, marking the official entry into force of the International Treaty on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ). The ceremony, hosted at the historic Quai Infernet—site of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)—celebrated one of the most significant milestones in global ocean governance. The BBNJ Treaty establishes, for the first time, a comprehensive…
