Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By Ceedor Teto RobertsBUCHANAN CITY-Liberia Government Hospital in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County has, for the first time, received a neonatal nurse care unity from central government and partner. Dr. Nuntia K. Gbanlon Nuahn of the Ministry of Health made the presentation on Friday, November 22, 2024 on behalf of the government. During the presentation, Dr. Nuahn narrated that the Ministry through the government has deemed it necessary to help reduce neonatal mortality rate in Grand Bassa County.She said the neonatal unit has the capacity to accommodate ten infants at once for proper health care, adding, the Government Hospital in Buchanan…
November 20, 20248:47 AM ETBy Maria Isabel Barros GuinleA little-know virus called Oropouche is peaking interest this year, especially among scientists. This is because the case count increases for it has become notable.A health worker fumigates the basement of a building in Havana as Cuban health authorities launch small-scale efforts to fight the spread of the oropouche virus.Norlys Perez//ReutersSo far this year there have been over 10,000 cases, mainly in South America and the Caribbean. On a global scale, this number might seem small, but considering that the vast majority of the cases are from Brazil, and between 2015 and…
By Ezekiel GeeplayMONROVIA, November 24, 2024-The United States Government, through USAID, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, has officially launched Liberia Foundational Skills Activity (LFSA) on November 21, 2024 in Monrovia.The five-year initiative according to Minister Jarso Maley Jallah value at USD $75 million is designed to strengthen English literacy skills for over 120,000 students in Grades 1–6 across six counties across the country.She named Bong, Grand Bassa, Lofa, Margibi, Montserrado, and Nimba, with a 70 percent target of public schools in the country.The Liberia Foundational Skills Activity according to the MOE Boss will address critical gaps in literacy…
By Junior SeleFassavolu Town, located in Kolahun District, is facing a critical shortage of safe drinking water. The water shortage remains a major concern for the residents, who are increasingly worried about the implications on their health and well-being.Access to clean and safe drinking water is a fundamental human right, yet the citizens of Fassavolu Town are struggling to secure this basic necessity. Many households rely on unpurified sources of water, putting them at risk of waterborne diseases. The lack of proper water infrastructure exacerbates the situation, making it difficult for families to maintain hygiene and health standards.The residents of…
By Peter KollieZORZOR CITY, LOFA COUNTY-Over 100 solar streetlights have been installed in the City of Zorzor, thereby enhancing nighttime safety and visibility. The solar project, implemented under the renewable energy initiative of the World Bank, aims to improve the lives of residents and travelers. The project is a nine-month-long project, according to project officials,Zorzor City Mayor, Yanquoi Dolo revealed that the solar lights have a lifespan of 10 years and has a security alerts system to prevent vandalism. Mayor Dolo described the project as a milestone development for the people of Zorzor and Lofa County at large.The solar project…
BY Ceedor Teto RobertsBUCHANAN CITY, GRAND BASSA COUNTY-Officials of Grand Bassa County has held a short meeting to review the progress of the electricity distribution project in the County.The meeting was held on Monday, November 18, 2024. Participants of the meeting include, official from the County Administration, Electricity Distribution Network, the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, and MBH Power Limited. MBH Power Limited is the company overseeing the Power distribution network in Buchanan City.The meeting highlighted key updates on the status of electricity, including the remaining tasks that require the intervention of the leadership. The forum provided important updates…
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…
