Author: Chester Smith
By Amos Harris Fresh disclosures from Bea Mountain Mining Company to Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung Sr. have reignited serious public concern over the true impact of Liberia’s extractive sector, as citizens question how a company reportedly generating an estimated US$1.62 billion annually from gold production continues to operate in communities still trapped in poverty, poor health conditions, and underdevelopment. According to company officials, Bea Mountain currently produces about 900 kilograms of gold every month, a figure that is just short of one metric ton. With gold prices trading at roughly US$152,000 to US$153,000 per kilogram, the company’s monthly output…
By Amos Hsrris Former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah, came under renewed legal pressure at Criminal Court “C” as the prosecution’s first witness delivered strong testimony alleging that he authorized the illegal transfer of millions in public funds outside Liberia’s established financial procedures. Recent court reporting shows the case centers on about L$1.055 billion and US$500,000 allegedly moved through the Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA) for “joint security operations.” During the 51st day’s sitting of the ongoing economic crimes trial, prosecution witness Baba Mohammed Boika, a senior Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) investigator, remained firm under lengthy cross-examination, insisting that the transactions…
By Amos Harris For the more than 100,000 residents spread across ten communities in DU-Neezo, a road is far more than a stretch of pavement it is a lifeline to hospitals, schools, businesses, and hope for a better future. That reality came into sharp focus on Saturday when a cross-section of residents gathered to meet Montserrado County District #2 Representative Sekou S. Kanneh over the stalled pavement of the only major access road linking Jacob Town, Nicky’s, City View and Weins Town. The meeting, held in the heart of the community, quickly turned emotional as residents recounted years of hardship…
The Girls Wing of Team Dukuly has touched down in Bomi County, bringing energy, inspiration, and a powerful message of empowerment directly to the classrooms and communities that matter most. In a heartwarming display of grassroots engagement, the dedicated young women of the Girls Wing connected with schoolchildren and students across Bomi County, sparking conversations about education, ambition, and the future they deserve. A future that Hon. Sekou A.M. Dukuly is committed to building alongside them. From bright-eyed primary school pupils to determined secondary school students, the outreach radiated warmth, purpose, and the unmistakable promise of a leadership that sees,…
Liberia’s Economist Samuel P. Jackson, has quited his role as the Socioeconomic Development Strategist of the Citizens Movement for Change (CMC) in Liberia. Jackson, a prominent Liberian economist and former stalwart of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) made a high-profile crossover to the CMC. As Socioeconomic Development Strategist, Sam Jackson played a primary role of shaping and promoting policies aimed at driving sustainable economic growth, national prosperity, and the economic empowerment of Liberians. He operated under the banner and leadership of Musa Hassan Bility, the Political Leader of the CMC. In the communication addressed to CMC Political Leader Musa Hassan…
The National Elections Commission (NEC), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) through the Liberia Electoral Support Project, on Wednesday, 8 April commenced a 10-day technical training on the migration and modernization of its corporate website. The Liberia Electoral Support Project is managed by UNDP and implemented in partnership with UN Women, the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy, and the NEC, with support from the European Union, Ireland, and Sweden. The training brings together staff from NEC’s Communications, ICT, Data Centre, and Live Broadcast Units to build internal capacity to manage a modern, secure, and user-friendly website. The…
In the early hours of the morning (On April 12, 1980, 17 non-commissioned officers and soldiers from the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) stormed the Executive Mansion in Monrovia, and President William R. Tolbert Jr. of Liberia was overthrown by Master Sergeant Samuel Doe. This event marked the end of 133 years of political dominance by the Americo-Liberian elite and the beginning of indigenous rule under a military junta. Accounts of Tolbert’s death vary; some reports suggest he was killed in his bed, while others state he was found and shot in his office. He was reportedly shot three times in the head. Following the takeover, Samuel Doe announced the…
The government of Liberia has signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with Mustapha Njie, head of TAF Africa Global, opening the door for an innovative 5,000-unit affordable housing and smart city project inside the Monrovia boom corridor. The agreement, which was signed on Monday, April 6, 2026, in front of President Joseph N. Boakai, marks the beginning of high-level talks about what might turn out to be one of the biggest urban development projects in the nation in recent memory. In order to solve Liberia’s expanding urban housing shortage, Njie claims that the proposed project will cover over 500 hectares and…
IPNEWS: In a significant step toward accelerating Liberia’s decentralization agenda, the Ministry of Local Government (MLG), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) through the Liberia Decentralization Support Programme (LDSP), has received a consignment of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment to strengthen County Development Planning Units (CDPUs) across the country. The ICT package comprising desktop computers, laptops, printers, air conditioners, and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units worth over US$25,000, will directly benefit five counties- Grand Gedeh, River Gee, Maryland, Grand Kru, and Sinoe. This targeted investment aims to enhance institutional capacity at the county level by improving…
By: Julius Konton Liberia’s economy is facing mounting pressure from global geopolitical tensions as the ongoing conflict in Iran triggers sharp increases in oil prices, prompting the government to implement urgent economic adjustments. Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has described the situation as an “external shock”, a term economists use to explain sudden global events that disrupt national economies beyond domestic control. Speaking on a popular local talk show Tuesday, Minister Ngafuan noted that while Liberia’s economy had remained “largely on track,” the escalation of conflict in Iran has introduced significant uncertainty into global markets particularly in…