Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Contributing Writer Monrovia, September 29, 2025 – The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia recently hosted a meeting between Sara L. Horner, the U.S. Political and Economic Counselor, and Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) Commissioners Ben Fofana and Patrick R. Honnah. The discussion centered on promoting U.S. telecom investment in Liberia, building on the country’s growing telecom sector. According to the LTA, the meeting highlighted the potential for further collaboration between the U.S. and Liberia in the telecom sector. The LTA has granted Starlink a provisional one-year license to operate in Liberia, and recent regulatory steps now permit the…
By: J. Mason Kollie| Lofa County Correspondent Kailahun Town, Lukambeh District- September 29, 2025-A huge Elephant killed a man, aged 40 on Saturday evening while he was returning from his farm. According to the information, the man identified as Saah Tamba came from Foya to visit his wife and decided to do some farm work. He still there for a while and decided to return to town when he unfortunately encounter the elephant which was being accompanied by its offspring, a young baby elephant. It was there and then, the altercation occurred with elephant. Meanwhile, the 15-men jury stated that…
By: D Abraham Cooper, Sr. |Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Zwedru City, Grand Gedeh County-Monday, September 29, 2025-Tensions are running high in Zwedru after a group of marketers at the Zwedru Central Market raised serious allegations against the Zwedru City Corporation (ZCC) for the destruction of their market tables. The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday, September 28, 2025, within the market area. Allegations against Mayor and City Police The aggrieved marketers alleged that the destruction was carried out by the Zwedru City Police, acting on the direct orders of City Mayor Madam Retha Kai. Speaking to reporters, the group strongly condemned…
(September 29, 2025): The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) invites all journalists and media institutions to a press conference marking the release of the investigative report of the Specialized Committee of Enquiry on the September 13, 2025, incident involving journalist Franklin Doloquee of OK FM and FrontPage Africa and the Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism, Jerolinmek Piah. The press conference takes place today, Monday, 29 September 2025, at the Head Office of the PUL on Warner Avenue, 9th Street, Sinkor. Journalists and media institutions are to be seated by 1:45 PM for the press conference which will be…
By: D Abraham Cooper Sr.| Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County –Sunday, September 28,2025- A local youth organization, operating under the banner “New Generation,” launched a self-initiated road rehabilitation project on Saturday, September 27, 2025, tackling one of Zwedru’s busiest and most dilapidated thoroughfares; Broad Street. The street has been severely damaged over the past decades, posing a major challenge to residents and commuters. Speaking to reporters at the work site, Answer Collins, an organizer for New Generation, revealed the institution was established in 2020 with the core purpose of uniting citizens of Grand Gedeh County, both locally…
Tokyo, Japan-Saturday, September 27, 2025-H.E. Ambassador Edward Wade Appleton, Jr along with Ms. Renaisa Summon visited the University of Tsukuba on Friday, September 26, 2025. On behalf of His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, and the Government and people of Liberia, Ambassador Appleton extended his deepest gratitude to the University President NAGATA Kyosuke and his esteemed faculty for the visionary leadership he continues to demonstrate at the University of Tsukuba. The Ambassador pointed out that Mr. NAGATA Kyosuke commitment to academic excellence, global engagement, and the cultivation of human potential is evident in every…
By: Henry Gboluma |Gbarpolu County Correspondent Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County-Saturday, September 27, 2025 — The 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Bopolu City has suspended ruling on a motion to strike the prosecution’s exception to the bail bond posted by defendants in the high-profile Gbarpolu Yellow Machines case. Defendants and Bond Defendants include current Superintendent Sam K. Zinnah, former Superintendent J. Kieh Saah, and former Fiscal Affairs Superintendent Anthony Yorkor. The defendants’ lawyers filed a bond of USD$ 850,000 on August 20, 2025. Two other indicted individuals are Omaru Sheriff, Chief Executive Officer of City Lion, the company that secured…
By: Jallah Crawu | Gbarpolu County Contributing Writer Bopolu City, Saturday, September 27, 2025 — The Liberia Football Association (LFA) completed a four-day training program for 25 beginner referees in Bopolu on Friday, September 26, 2025, in preparation for the 2025/2026 league season. The initiative aims to strengthen the pool of qualified referees across the county and ensure fair officiating in all matches. The training, held in Bopolu City, focused on equipping new referees with essential skills and a solid understanding of the rules of the game. Experienced referees, including Lamine K. Kamara, led the sessions, delivering practical demonstrations and…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay, Contributing Writer Monrovia, Saturday, September 27, 2025- In a bid to improve its services and inform policy decisions, Starlink is calling on users to participate in a brief survey. The online questionnaire, accessible via a provided link, aims to gather feedback on users’ experiences with the satellite internet service. The survey according to a statement from the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA), takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. User responses will help shape policy and regulatory decisions, urges users to share their thoughts and experiences By participating in the survey, users can contribute to the development of…
By: Ernest Moibah| Bomi County Correspondent Monrovia, September 27, 2025 – The Civil Service Agency (CSA) has issued a stern warning to faculty members at Liberia’s public universities and colleges, cautioning them against any action that could disrupt teaching and learning activities. In a circular addressed to the presidents of public universities and colleges, CSA Director General Dr. Josiah F. Joekai expressed grave concern over reports of a planned nationwide “go-slow” by faculty members who fall under the CSA’s oversight. “While the motives for the planned action remain unclear, such a move would be counterproductive and harmful to students and…
