Author: Chester Smith
——Promises Enhanced India-Africa Partnership IPNEWS: India will shortly host the 4th edition of of the India-Africa Forum Summit; and International Big Cat Alliance Summit on May 28-31st in New Delhi. Addressing the media on the heels of the summit, Ambassador Manoj Bihari Verma, tated that the summit will bring world leaders and Representatives from across the African continent, the African Union Commission and Regional Economic Communities. The 4th India-Africa summit, is expeacted to adopt the “Delhi Declaration”; the first-ever global declaration on big cat conservation. The Summit’s theme is “Save Big Cats, Save Humanity, Save Ecosystem”. Ambassador Verma, also stated that Fourth India-Africa Forum…
By Amos Harris Minister of Justice, Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh, has strongly defended the government’s handling of the high-profile corruption trial involving former senior officials of the George Weah administration, insisting that the mixed verdict delivered by Criminal Court “C” should not be interpreted as a failure in the government’s anti-corruption campaign. Speaking at the Ministry of Justice in Monrovia on Wednesday, May 13, following the jury’s verdict in the case involving former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah and others Cllr. Tweh maintained that the prosecution achieved a major legal and institutional victory despite the acquittal of some defendants. The…
By Amos Harris The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission has acknowledged growing challenges in its fight against corruption as the Commission convened a one-day Quarterly Review Session for prosecutors amid mounting public concerns over the effectiveness of corruption prosecutions in Liberia. Held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Commission’s headquarters on Old Road in Monrovia The review session was organized under the theme, “Widening the Horizon for Effective Prosecution,” a move many observers see as an indication that the country’s anti-graft institution is struggling to secure consistent courtroom victories in major corruption cases. The gathering brought together prosecutors and legal practitioners…
By Amos Harris Liberia has once again failed the Rule of Law indicator on the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Fiscal Year 2026 Scorecard, deepening concerns about governance, accountability, and public confidence in the country’s justice and security institutions under the administration of President Joseph Boakai. The latest setback comes at a time when opposition political groups, particularly the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC), continue to accuse the government of using state security forces to intimidate critics, suppress dissent, and violate the rights of ordinary citizens. According to the MCC assessment, Liberia recorded a disappointing 44 percent on the Rule…
By Amos Harris The Liberian Judiciary has strongly rejected a publication claiming that Chief Justice Yamie Quiqui Gbeisay ordered an investigation into alleged jury tampering in a reported US$6.2 million corruption case, describing the report as entirely false, misleading, and politically damaging to the country’s justice system. In an official statement issued by Judiciary Communications Director Caesar Slapeh, the institution said the publication was fabricated and intended to create public confusion regarding the role of the Chief Justice in ongoing criminal proceedings before the courts. The Judiciary clarified that at no time did Chief Justice Gbeisay issue any mandate, directive,…
The Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD) has concluded a five-day Sub-Regional Democracy School for youth from political parties, aimed at strengthening inclusive political participation, democratic leadership, and policy engagement among young people across Liberia. The training was held in Gbarnga, Bong County, from 4 to 8 May 2026 under the Liberia Electoral Support Project (LESP). The project is managed by UNDP and implemented in partnership with UN Women and NIMD, with support from the European Union, Ireland, and Sweden. The initiative brought together youth representatives from a diverse cross-section of political parties to deepen their understanding of democratic governance,…
—As 4th India-Africa Forum Summit Gets Underway Shortly India’s Ambassador near Monrovia, Ambassador Manoj Bihari Verma, says India and Liberia have significantly solidified their defense and strategic partnership, focusing on counter-terrorism, tactical training, and medical security infrastructure. Addressing a Media Forum on the heels of the upcoming 4th India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV), expected to be held in New Delhi, Ambassador Verma stated that the two countries were Building on long-standing bilateral ties, which the two nations have synchronized their security approaches to address evolving cross-border challenges, maritime piracy, and localized terrorism threats across West Africa. Liberia maintains a zero-tolerance policy…
The National Social Security and Welfare Corporation, known as NASSCORP, was established on July 10, 1975 by an Act of the Legislature to protect Liberian workers through social insurance. Fifty years later it stands as the country’s most consequential public-sector social program, administering three core schemes: the Aa Injury Scheme for workplace accidents, the National Pension Scheme for retirement and survivor benefits, and a Welfare Scheme designed to support vulnerable populations. Its statutory mandate is to provide income protection and welfare for employees in both the public and private sectors, while investing contributions to ensure long-term solvency. Director General Dewitt…
Liberia Hosts AfCFTA Trade in Services Regulatory Audit Workshop The ECOWAS Commission, in collaboration with the Government of Liberia and partners, are hosting a three-day AfCFTA Regulatory Audit Report Workshop on Trade in Services from 11–13 May 2026 in Monrovia. The workshop aims to strengthen Liberia’s capacity to analyze and utilize the AfCFTA Trade in Services Regulatory Audit Report to inform national policy reforms and support ongoing negotiations under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). The initiative is implemented under the ECOWAS, AfDB and UNDP Institutional Support Project, which provides technical assistance to support regulatory harmonization and deepen regional…
By Abraham K. Morris, Sr. Liberian peacebuilding advocate and youth leader Gwendolyn Seyonnoh Myers has been appointed to the African Union Advisory Panel on Democratic Elections and Governance, further elevating Liberia’s presence in continental efforts aimed at strengthening democracy, peacebuilding, and inclusive governance across Africa. Myers, Founder and Executive Director of Messengers of Peace (MOP)-Liberia, announced her appointment following years of service on several African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) Core Teams, where she served as a Gender and Youth Expert. Speaking on the appointment, Myers described the new role as both a privilege and a continuation of her longstanding…