Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County Contributing Reporter River Gee County – October 2, 2025 – A wave of joy and gratitude filled the air at the St. Kizito Catholic School in Gbeapo Kanweaken, River Gee County, as more than 50 underprivileged and honor roll students received a generous donation of school supplies. The donation, spearheaded by Jay Doe Welah Jr, Unity Party Chairman of River Gee County and Regional Agriculture Coordinator, is part of a broader effort to support vulnerable students and promote access to quality education in rural communities. Kanweaken, the commercial hub of River Gee County…
By Jangar Boimah Johnson Residents of Douta, Electoral District #2, Bong County have voiced out their concerns about the prolonged delay of the construction of their Bridge Bouta Bridge, which connects major towns in Bong County is a project undertaken by Representative James Kolleh since 2022. The site of the bridge project, community members say poses threats the movement of residents, mainly children due to the unsaved nature of the open pit. Initially welcomed by residents of the district, the bridge project has now become a concern due to insecurity pose by the open water-filled pit. Locals said during the…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay, Contributing Writer Monrovia, Thursday, October 2, 2025- The Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA) is set to break ground on October 4, 2025, in Bakuma Town, Lofa County, for the final phase of its ambitious power generation project. In a Facebook post Wednesday, October1, 2025, RREA Executive Director Samuel B. Nagbe said the initiative aims to provide electricity to approximately 15,000 homes in Voinjama, Massabolahun, Kolahun, Bolahun, and Foya, as well as all the communities in between these load centers. According to Executive Director Nagbe, the project involves the installation of 4 MWp Solar Photovoltaic (SPV)…
By: D Abraham Cooper Sr. |Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Zwedru City, Grand Gedeh County —Wednesday, October 1, 2025-Local authorities in Grand Gedeh County officially dedicated a rehabilitated bridge project in Zwedru City on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The restoration of the vital passage, which cost USD $18,500.00, comes after the structure was heavily damaged by torrential rains, severely impeding movement across the city for over ten months. The original bridge was constructed during the administration of former Liberian President Samuel K. Doe to ensure easy access and free movement for both citizens and vehicles. Its damage had created significant hardship…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay, Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia-Thursday, October 02, 2025- The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) has issued its first-ever insurance Value-Added Services (VAS) aggregators license, marking a significant milestone in the country’s telecommunications industry. This development aims to promote Liberian entrepreneurs and foster innovation, consumer protection, and reliable service delivery nationwide. Commissioner for Licensing and Regulations Ben Fofana, representing the LTA Board of Commissioners, emphasized the importance of this achievement, stating, “We believe this will strengthen confidence, encourage investment, and support the growth of our digital economy.” He highlighted the Board’s commitment to opening up the telecom market to…
By: Peter Kollie| Lofa County Correspondent Zorzor, Lofa County –Wednesday, October 1, 2025-Zorzor District Commissioner Paul Kalama has disclosed plans for the long-abandoned maternal waiting home in Zorzor District, which was constructed during the administration of former President George Weah. The facility, which consists of four apartments, was intended to host pregnant women in their final months of pregnancy (8–9 months) until delivery. However, since its completion, the building has remained unused, raising concerns among citizens who continue to question the district’s plan for the facility. Community members have also expressed dissatisfaction that the waiting home is situated far from…
Ben TC Brooks River Gee County – [October 1, 2025] – As momentum builds for the 2025/2026 National County Sports Meet, River Gee County has launched its Administrative District League, bringing together local players and sports enthusiasts from across the county with the aim to identify local talents. The kickoff of the local league marks the beginning of an exciting sporting season designed to identify, nurture, and motivate young players who will eventually represent River Gee at the national county sports meet. The ten administrative districts of River Gee are participating in the league. They include, Chedepo, Gbeapo, Glaro, Karforh,…
“BUILDING AFRICA’S ENERGY ARCHITECTURE FOR LONG-TERM PROSPERITY-CATALYZING INDUSTRIALIZATION AND URBANIZATION VIA SUSTAINABLE ENERGY” Your Excellences and distinguished Representatives of Governments, multilateral Organizations, Power Utilities, Private Sectors and other Actors: On behalf of His Excellency the President, Government and People of the Republic of Liberia, I commend the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt for hosting this 21st APUA Congress, and for the warm reception since arrival here in Cairo. I particularly commend His Excellency Dr. Mostafa ESMAT, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy of this great Country for, for organizing this Event. Liberia’s energy situation remains…
By: Emmanuel Koffa| Grand Kru County Correspondent Barclayville City, Grand Kru County-Wednesday, October 1, 2025-The Acting Officer-In-Charge of the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) Grand Kru Detachment, Kessele Wolobah has made an urgent call for a united front among community members to combat the alarming proliferation of harmful substances within Grand Kru County. His comments come amidst rising concerns over increasing drug-related activities not only in Grand Kru County but across the country. Expressing his frustrations, Wolobah highlighted the troubling rise in drug usage and trafficking, specifically citing the responsibility of local residents. He attributed the prevalence of drugs in…
By Peter Kollie VOINJAMA, Lofa County – The National High School Football and Kickball Championship has been hit with controversy after a violent incident involving C.H. Dewey High School of Tubmanburg, Bomi County, during a Region 1 Championship clash against Free Pentecostal Global Mission School of Foya, Lofa County, on September 3, 2025. What began as an exciting contest at the Voinjama Public High School Sports Pitch ended in chaos after Free Pentecostal extended its lead to 2–0 in the 56th minute through striker Emmanuel Abednego (#13). The goal sparked outrage from C.H. Dewey’s players, who protested the referee’s decision…
