Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Jangar Boimah Johnson |Bong County Contributing Reporter Gbarnga City, Bong County-Thursday, October 16, 2025-As the quest for education remains paramount, Lofa County students residing in Bong County have launched an appeal to Lofa County, Senator, Hon. Momo Cyrus and other stakeholders of the County to extend support to their own children, that are attending high school and various higher learning institutions in Bong County. In an interview with RRNN in Bong County; a leader of the students Forkpah Johnson, called on officials hailing from Lofa County in government to extend helping hands to the Lofa County student community in…
By: Ernest Kpehe Moibah | Bomi County Correspondent Guie Town, Bomi County-Thursday, October 15, 2025 -Farmers in Guie Town, Bomi County, have launched a passionate appeal to the Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Agriculture and its partners, for material, financial, and technical assistance to sustain their ongoing farming initiatives. The group led by Rev. Bashelu Gray and Chairlady Madam Bendu Seh is currently engaged in two major self-help agricultural projects: a cassava farm and a vegetable farm. Despite their dedication and determination, the farmers say their progress has been hampered by the lack of essential tools, equipment, and…
By: Emmanuel Koffa |Grand Kru County Correspondent Barclayville City -Grand Kru County-Wednesday, October 15, 2025 -42-year-old alleged rape suspect Wilfred Doe is seeking medical care, as he breaks silence amid ongoing investigation for reportedly raping a 13-year-old. This news outlet has reliably gathered that Wilfred Doe who allegedly raped a 13-year-old girl is seen being treated in a shocking video in Bolloh Weayan after he was arrested. “I am not well since I was arrested on my Coco farm by the Police.” The Police sprayed my eyes with pepper spray; I have been feeling severe pain since then because of…
By: J. Mason Kollie |Lofa County Correspondent Voinjama City, Lofa County –Wednesday, October 15, 2025-Several students, mostly girls and other stakeholders across Lofa have concluded week-long activities marking the observance of the International Day of the Girl Child (IDG), sponsored by Plan International Liberia. The celebration, brought together girls from three districts — Voinjama, Kolahun, and Foya — was held in two phases and featured series of activities leading up to the grand finale. Activities included radio talk shows, content creation sessions, campus awareness campaigns, girls’ takeover initiatives, and the main celebration program. Under the umbrella of the Youth Advisory…
By: Ernest Kpehe Moibah | Bomi County Correspondent Tubmanburg, Bomi County- Wednesday, October 15, 2025-As Liberia prepares to assume its seat at the United Nations Security Council in January 2026; Bomi County Superintendent Madam Miatta Dorley has urged the national government to strengthen border security through increased manpower, logistics, and infrastructure support. Superintendent Dorley made the appeal during a high level regional security meeting held recently in Tubmanburg. The meeting brought together national and local security stakeholders, Superintendents of Bomi, Gbarpolu and Grand Cape Mount Counties, Civil Society Actors, Traditional leaders, Women and Youths representations and as well person living…
Rocheford T. Gardiner Harper, Liberia–The Grebo “War Dance” is a unique ceremony primarily used to honor the adult deceased, key community figures, and sometimes, national personalities. During the dance, participants showcase their war and fitness skills, displaying traditional weapons such as cutlasses, machetes, spears, and bows and arrows. As times modernized, firearms (riffles) were also incorporated into the dance. While the dance is fundamentally a tribute of honor, the Grebos historically leveraged it to demonstrate their readiness to defend the community. In the early days, with relentless wars between tribal groups and colonizers vying and frantically jostling for land, this…
By Jangar Boimah Johnson Kuyon Town, Bong County-In the remote village of Kuyon in Bong County, eleven years old Jeremiah Mulbah sits idly. Behind him is a dilapidated mud house, portraying the condition of the community and the people that live there. On his regular reportorial duty, Rural Reporters News Network (RRNN), Jangar Boimah Johnson is attracted to what seems to be appalling appearance of little Jeremiah Mulbah found roaming the quite village of Kuyon. “I have never been to school; I want to go to school if someone can help me” is the second statement issued by little Mulbah…
By: Ernest Kpehe Moibah | Correspondent, Bomi County Dewai Town, Gbarma District- October 14, 2025-Deep within the dense forests of Gbarma District lies Dewai Town, a once vibrant historical settlement now struggling for survival. The community, tucked away in the heart of Gbarpolu County, has become a symbol of abandonment a place where hope flickers dimly amid crumbling roads, broken promises, and a growing sense of isolation. For Momo Siryon, the town’s spokesperson, the cries of his people have gone unheard for far too long. Speaking passionately to Rural Reporter News Network, Siryon painted a painful picture of neglect and…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia, October 14, 2025- The streets of Monrovia were filled with excitement on Sunday, October 12, as the Mary’s Meals team joined thousands of runners and walkers to cross the finish line of the Liberia Marathon. The charity organization’s participation in the event marked another milestone in its efforts to raise awareness and support for its 3-Million Smiles campaign. The “3 Million Smiles” campaign celebrates Mary’s Meals’ growth from feeding just 200 children in Malawi in 2002 to now reaching over 3 million children across 16 countries. The campaign highlights the importance of…
By: Ben TC Brooks |River Gee Contributing Reporter River Gee County-Oct. 14, 2025-In a surprising and untimely development, A. Dennis Wion has resigned from his position as Chairman of the River Gee County Sports Steering Committee, less than a month after his official appointment. Businessman Wion, who was appointed on September 22, 2025, along with his co-committee members, was entrusted with the responsibility of spearheading preparations and managing the upcoming 2025/26 National County Sports Meet. His appointment had been greeted with optimism, especially among youth and sports enthusiasts who viewed him as a capable figure to revive the county’s struggling…
