Author: Rural Reporters News Network
By: Bryan Dioh| Maryland County Correspondent Harper, Maryland County-Wednesday, August 20, 2025- Superintendent Henry Cole is facing mounting public criticism after ordering a halt to renovation work at the Harper Demonstration High School. The renovation project had been initiated by the Dorboh Bedell Foundation, led by a prominent Marylander, following repeated appeals from students and parents. In a statement posted on Superintendent Cole’s official Facebook handle, local authorities, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, explained that efforts are underway to secure government funding for the school’s rehabilitation. The post further emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing the institution’s longstanding…
By: Emmanuel Koffa| Grand Kru County Correspondent Sass-Town Nrokwia, Grand Kru County –Wednesday, August 20, 2025-Residents of Sass-Town Nrokwia have expressed their gratitude to the Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) for its ongoing efforts in the construction and rehabilitation of hand pump facilities in Grand Kru County. The LNRCS hand pump initiative taking place in several communities of Grand Kru County is aimed to improve access to clean and safe water as a vital step in promoting public health and enhancing the living conditions of community members. The project, which began earlier this year, has already made significant progress…
By: Emmanuel Koffa| Grand Kru County Correspondent Grand Kru County, Liberia –Wednesday August 20, 2025 – The Police Authority of Grand Kru County through its County Commander ACP Clement Barllat has disclosed a robust enforcement strategy regarding the government’s moratorium on the 75km road as the rainy season begins. The moratorium, issued by the country’s Infrastructure Agency, officially took effect on July 31, 2025, and it is set to last up to October 15, 2025, in an effort to protect vulnerable roadways from excessive wear and tear that occurs during heavy pour of rain nationwide. Specifically, the moratorium prohibits the…
By Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay| Contributing Writer Monrovia, Liberia-Wednesday, August 20, 2025- In a breakthrough development, the Ministry of Justice has announced that commercial drivers have agreed to resume transport services starting Tuesday, August 19, 2025; practically, a day ago. This decision came after a successful dialogue between the Ministry and representatives of the protesters Monday, August 18, 2025 in Monrovia. The commercial drivers had gone on strike on Monday, causing significant disruptions for commuters in Monrovia, Paynesville, and surrounding areas. The drivers were protesting against alleged harassment and intimidation by police officers, high ticketing fees, and the controversial Liberia Traffic…
By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay |Contributing Reporter River Gee County Monrovia, Liberia-Wednesday, August 20, 2025- The University of Liberia Teaching and Learning Center (TLC), in collaboration with the University of Liberia Faculty Association (ULFA), has convened a five-day Faculty Professional Training Workshop. The workshop, themed “Professionalism in Education,” aims to empower educators with the necessary tools and skills to enhance their teaching practices. Workshop featured the university’s multiple campuses, including Capitol Hill, Fendell, College of Health Sciences, and David Straz-Sinje Technical and Vocational campus respectively. The ongoing initiative highlights key topics like Developing course syllabi, management skills, teachers’ dress code, ethical…
By: J. Mason Kollie| Lofa County Correspondent Voinjama City, Lofa County-Wednesday, August 20, 2025-Local Cocoa farmers in Lofa County increase Cocoa production as farmers call for Government of Liberia to provide a good market buying system. Enterprises in the business of agriculture particularly Cocoa production are calling on the Government of Liberia to make the market positive and reasonable for cocoa sellers to benefit. There has been a huge production of Cocoa in Lofa. The Rural Reporters News Network met with one of the enterprises “Bombo Enterprises Inc.” based in Bobo Village, Voinjama District during the ongoing harvest of the…
By: Peter Kollie| Lofa County Correspondent Konia, Lofa County –Tuesday, August 19, 2025-Tears, prayers, and cries for justice filled the Revival Church in Konia Town on Friday, August 15, 2025, as residents gathered to seek divine intervention over a wave of mysterious deaths and disappearances in Zorzor District. The two-day fasting and prayer service, organized by the Zeyeama Clan Union of Churches, brought together more than 150 worshippers from over ten congregations. The event was driven by fear and grief over recurring unsolved killings and missing persons’ cases in the district, particularly within the Zeyeama Clan. Rev. Gbaguyea M. Gbogee,…
By: Ben TC Brooks| River Gee County Contributing Reporter River Gee County – Tuesday, August 19, 2025-Matthew Wesseh, Chairman of the River Gee Sub-Association of the Liberia Football Association, has announced his resignation, attributing it to personal responsibilities cum commitments. His unexpected decision has surprised many fans and stakeholders and signifies a crucial shift in the development of local football in River Gee County. In a statement shared with our news team, Wesseh explained that personal obligations have increasingly interfered with his ability to fulfill his duties as Chairman of the Sub-Association of River Gee. He said his choice to…
By: Ernest Kpehe Moibah | Bomi County Correspondent Tubmanburg, Bomi County- August 19, 2025-The Bomi County Health Team has been hailed as Liberia’s national leader in maternal and neonatal health after recording zero maternal deaths between April and June 2025, a feat celebrated by the Ministry of Health as a major breakthrough in the country’s fight against preventable maternal mortality. In an exclusive interview with our correspondent, County Health Officer Dr. Annett Brima-Davis attributed the honor to the tireless work of health professionals across the county. “This recognition belongs to every nurse, midwife, doctor, community health assistant, and support staff…
By: D Abraham Cooper |Grand Gedeh County Correspondent Zwedru City Grand Gedeh County – August 19, 2025-The Liberia Land Authority has charged two communities in Grand Gedeh County US$11,900 in order to do the boundary separation thus leading to the resolution of long –dragged out dispute involving Burkinabé cocoa farmers. Late last year, Bargblor and Tojallah in the Gbao and Cavalla Districts started a boundary dispute involving Burkinabé cocoa farmers. Following police probe and court intervention, the matter was passed to the Land Authority for an amicable settlement, which then imposed the fee. The majority of the money covers transportation,…
