Author: Rural Reporters News Network

By Ben TC BrooksRIVER GEE COUNTY-Nov. 22, 2024 -The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Public Works (MPW) has completed assessment of a damage log bridge over River Nur in the Southeast. The assessment comes following report by Ben TC Brooks of the Rural Reporters News Network (RRNN).Among many options under consideration, the government says it is contemplating to replace the damaged log bridge with an Iron (bailey) Bridge. The River Nur bridge connects three counties in the Southeast, Grand Kru, Sinoe and River Gee. The bridge was constructed in 2017. In September 2024, the bridge sunk due to…

By Peter KollieThe Government of Liberia has resumed phase two of rehabilitation work on the Lofa Road. The first phase of the road rehabilitation commenced in April 2024, and was intended to repair critical spots on the road corridor. As the raining season set in, the government slowed down with the road rehabilitation-waiting to recommence during the dry season. With the coming of the dry season, the government through the Ministry of Public Works (MPW) has resumed full rehabilitation work on the Lofa Road. This initiative is intended to ensure year-round accessibility for travelers, according to officials of MPW.The Lofa…

A Reflection on the Attack on Journalist Nyantee TogbaBy Danicius Kaihenneh SengbehThe verbal and physical assault on journalist Nyantee Togba—a dedicated reporter from OK FM—by individuals believed to be members of the Unity Party (UP) youth wing at the Golden Key Hotel over the weekend is a disturbing reminder of the fragility of press freedom in Liberia’s democracy. The incident, captured and widely shared on social media, shows Togba being harassed, threatened, and ultimately hassled for fulfilling his professional duty: reporting the truth. As a media stakeholder, former Secretary-General of the Press Union of Liberia, journalism instructor, and staunch advocate…

By Aaron GeezayThe General Manager of Kpandu Construction Company has been arrested over failure of his company to implement County and Social Development Funds (CSDF) project in River Cess County.Hammed L. Horton was arrested on November 15, 2024 in Monrovia by court officers of the Cestos City Magisterial Court accompanied by River Cess County Attorney, Martin M. Tumoe and brought to River Cess County for prosecution.Kpandu, a construction company was contracted by the local authority of River Cess County in 2023 to construct the Jo River Bridge in Bodowhea Town, Monweh Statutory District. Following the bidding process, the county leadership of…

By: SAMYA KULLAB and ILLIA NOVIKOVNovember 20, 2024KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The U.S. and some other Western embassies in Kyiv said that they would stay closed Wednesday for security reasons, with the American delegation saying it had received a warning of a potentially significant Russian air attack on the Ukrainian capital.The precautionary step came after Russian officials promised a response to President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets on Russian soil with U.S.-made missiles — a move that angered the Kremlin.The U.S. Embassy said its closure and attack warning were issued in the context of ongoing Russian missile…

By Samuel Borlay”I have had to drop out from the Lofa County University because of my son’s illness, and things are just getting tougher because I can’t afford his treatment,” John Hena explains his ordeal in tears.KOLAHUN—John Hena dropped out from the Lofa County University in order to raise fund for his nine years old son, Ngaima K. Hena who had been diagnosed with cancer. To date, John Hena says he has spent more than $500 USD on various medical expenses related to his son’s condition. The grieving father hopes someone of God’s heart could take full responsibility of his…

Written by Emmanuel KoffaGRAND KRU COUNTY– Grand Kru Technical College (GKTC) has celebrated its second annual matriculation event in Barclayville City. The event took place from Thursday, November 14 to Saturday November 16, 2024, and was marked by outdoor parade through the principal streets of Barclayville.During this event, the college administration celebrates the enrollment of new students and acknowledge key figures who have contributed to the provision of scholarship for the institution.The GKTC offers Associate Degree in Six Major Disciplines including, Agriculture, Engineering, Business, Technology, Health Sciences, Natural Science and Education.Vice President for Administration, T. Dan Jah-Bestman, delivered an inspiring…

By Paul Kanneh & Brenice Cheapoo ToeFlomo C. Koluba, 38, had been the Tester of new drug introduced by a dealer in Louisiana, Cassava Hill. Among the users of the illicit drugs in the community, Flomo, as he was popularly known, was suspected of having a strong resistance against illicit substance. He was the man to trust with any newly introduced drug, and is on record of defeating the all-time powerful Kush. This great Tester once had a rough encounter with Zombie, when the drug was newly introduced. Eyewitness say Flomo’s encounter with Zombie took him closer to the great…

By Aaron GeezayTOE TOWN, RIVER CESS COUNTY -Toe Town Public School has begun a major reconstruction work with support from Rising Academy Network, a non-governmental organization supporting public schools in Liberia.  The reconstruction exercise is part of efforts to improve the learning condition of students, the school administration has said.The renovation exercise is being supported by Rising Academy Network. Materials donated include 50 bags of cement, four shovels, one wheelbarrow, two head pans, one handsaw, one roll of wire and 50 packs of wire nails. These materials are intended to support the effort of the community to rebuild the school.Speaking…

By D. Solomon Tayblah / Voice of GbarpoluBOPOLU CITY, Gbarpolu County – The Western Region Journalists Association (WReJA) is set to host its highly anticipated second General Assembly, themed “Building the Future through Empowering Voices”. The program runs from November 21-23, 2024, in Bopolu City. The three-day event will gather over 100 journalists from ten-member radio stations and freelancers across Gbarpolu, Bomi, and Cape Mount counties, alongside facilitators, guests, and partners dedicated to advancing the field of journalism.A Platform for Dialogue and GrowthAt the heart of this assembly is a commitment to fostering dialogue about WReJA’s achievements, challenges, and future…