Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Emmanuel Koffa| Grand Kru County CorrespondentGrand Kru County, Liberia —Thursday, May 14, 2025-In a heartfelt celebration of International Nurses Day, healthcare professionals in Grand Kru County came together to honor their dedication and contributions to the health sector.International Nurse Day is celebrated every year May 12, to recognize and showcase the essential role nurses play in improving health outcomes across the globe.The event, held at the Grand Kru County health team facility, featured passionate speeches, recognition of outstanding nurses, and a renewed call for support for the nursing profession in Liberia.Keynote speaker Dr. Leawillie Craig, the Grand Kru County…
By: J. Mason Kollie |Lofa County CorrespondentVoinjama ,Lofa county-Wednesday, May 14,2025- The Tellewoyan Memorial hospital in Voinjama city and the people of Lofa County are now celebrating for the donation of a modern Digital X-Ray machine to the Hospital by the Joseph Nyumah Boakai Foundation.Lofa County Health Officer, Dr. Moses Weidehga disclosed that after several concerns raised by the County Health Team and community members, as well as the media; especially Radio Wologizi 87.9 FM in Voinjama city that the only X-ray machine at Tellewoyan was damaged and needed repair, they were able to reach out to the President of…
By: Ben T.C. Brooks| River Gee County CorrespondentRiver Gee County – May 14, 2025 – Latest report from River Gee County says the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia has identified the identities of illicit miners in that part of the country.According to report, the illegal miners were identified by the EPA as Ghanaians aided by Liberian. Their operations in the affected areas had prompted serious environmental and regulatory concerns, prompting the visitation of delegation from the EPA. The visit was part of the ongoing tour of the sector agency and environmental regulator.During the visit, Dr. Emmanuel Urey Yarpawolo said…
Zorzor, Lofa County – Tuesday, May 13, 2025-The Mayor of Zorzor City, Yanquoi Dolo, is calling on the Government of Liberia to provide machinery and support to help improve several major road corridors in the city, including the critical Curran Hospital Road.In an interview with journalists in Zorzor, Mayor Dolo emphasized that improving the road leading to Curran Hospital has been a top priority for his administration. He explained that poor road conditions, especially during the rainy season, pose serious threats to residents and emergency medical services.“The Curran Hospital Road retains too much water, and when ambulances are rushing with…
By: Keith Morrison| Staff WriterAmidst reports of escalating illegal mining activities in South East and Central Liberia, a local NGO is calling on President Joseph Boakai to immediately intervene. According to the Executive Director of Restoring Hope Foundation International, Maxson Kpakio, said illegal mining activities have raised serious concern among local leaders and communities.Recent reports show that these operations are mostly being carried out by individuals believed to be Burkinabès which has increased tensions and raised questions about its impact on local resources and livelihoods.Kpakio wants swift and decisive action from the government to address this pressing issue. In a…
By: Peter Kollie| Lofa County CorrespondentFISSEBU TOWN, Lofa County — May 13, 2025- Authorities in Fissebu Town have officially accepted a proposal to launch the Fissebu Annual Development Festival in a landmark move which signals a fresh wave of community empowerment and cultural revival. The initiative, spearheaded by the Fissebu Youth Development Association (FYDA), aims to promote unity, preservation of local heritage, and the funding of annual development projects.Last week, a five-member delegation of FYDA from Monrovia led by its head, Isaac F. Mulbah, visited Fissebu Town to secure the town’s support for the festival. Isaac Mulbah was accompanied by…
By: Emmanuel Koffa|Grand Kru County CorrespondentGrand Kru County, Liberia – Monday, May 12, 2025-The newly inducted President at the Grand Kru Technical College, Prof. Sarwee Joe Wia Faeflen, has outlined a robust vision aimed at transforming the institution into a beacon of learning and innovation, emphasized that student success, an enabling environment, research and innovation, and the betterment of local communities are the cornerstones of his leadership agenda.Professor Sarwee Joe Wia Faeflen, PhD., was appointed as the first President of the Grand Kru Technical College in Barclayville, Grand Kru County by Liberia’s President Joseph N. Boakai in April, 2025. Prof. Faeflen,…
By: Keith Morrison| Staff Writer Monrovia, Liberia-Monday, May 12, 2025-QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness focused direct selling company, has warned the general public to be wary of individuals who use its name to defraud unsuspecting members of the public using travel visas and foreign employment opportunities as baits.Speaking at a special QNET Product Workshop for the Media at the Boulevard Palace Hotel on Friday, May 09, 2025, Deputy General Manager for QNET in the sub-Saharan Africa region, Cheriff Abdoulaye said without mincing words:“QNET is not a travel or investment scheme. QNET does not promise employment opportunities abroad in countries…
By: Ben TC Brooks |River Gee County CorrespondentDwehken, River Gee County –Monday, May 12, 2025 – The River Gee Chapter of the Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) observed World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day on May 8, 2025, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing humanity.Each year on May 08, the global community comes together to commemorate this day in honor of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross, whose legacy in humanitarian efforts remains significant and was a vigorous advocate for the principles of the Red Cross.The celebration took place at the Dwehken Town Hall and was attended…
By: Emmanuel Koffa| Grand Kru County CorrespondentBarclayville City, Grand Kru County— Sunday, May 11, 2025-The Chairperson of the Board of Trustees at the Grand Kru Technical College, Prof. Weade Kobbah-Boley, has stressed the importance of academic excellence and discipline as pivotal elements for the institution’s growth and reputation.Speaking briefly following the induction ceremony of the college new President, Prof. Kobbah-Boley called upon the female students to view her as a role model and encouraged them to take full advantage of the resources and opportunities provided by the college. “It is imperative that you strive for excellence and diligence in your…
