LIBERIAN President Joseph Boakai has suspended over 450 government officials, including key ministers, for failing to declare their assets as required by law. The decision, reported by the BBC, underscores Boakai’s commitment to tackling corruption and enhancing transparency in public office. According to a statement from the presidency, the affected officials—including the ministers of education and … Read more
LIBERIA expects to attract up to $3bn in foreign investment following the discovery of new mineral deposits, President Joseph Boakai announced in his state of the nation address earlier this week. According to Boakai, the country has identified significant reserves of uranium, lithium, cobalt, manganese, and neodymium, alongside its existing iron ore and rubber resources. … Read more
LIBERIA is finally taking steps to address the brutal legacy of its civil wars, with war crimes trials expected to begin during the administration of President Joseph Boakai. After years of delay, the long-awaited War and Economic Crimes Court is on track to hold its first trial within the next six years, according to Jallah … Read more
LIBERIA’S parliament building caught fire on Wednesday, amid escalating protests in the capital, Monrovia. President Joseph Boakai condemned the ‘wanton destruction’ as the cause of the fire remained unclear, with authorities not ruling out arson. The incident follows days of unrest sparked by the recent removal of the parliamentary speaker, Konati Koffa, and growing demands … Read more
HPX has congratulated President Joseph Boakai on issuing Executive Order No. 136, which establishes Liberia’s National Railway Authority. The order, signed on October 10, demonstrates Liberia’s commitment to developing nationally owned rail infrastructure accessible to multiple users under a transparent, user-pay system. The new framework set out by the Executive Order will see Liberia’s … Read more
Liberia’s former chief justice and renowned politician, Gloria Maya Musu-Scott, has been acquitted by the Supreme Court in a landmark ruling that overturns her life sentence for the murder of her niece. The 70-year-old, along with three female relatives, had been convicted of the brutal killing of 29-year-old Charlotte Musu in February 2023, a case … Read more
THE Liberian government is considering adopting Starlink satellite internet service to enhance connectivity across the country. This initiative was discussed in a recent virtual conversation between President Joseph Boakai and Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX. During their virtual meeting, both leaders highlighted the transformative potential of technology, particularly in improving access to critical sectors … Read more
IN response to severe flooding, Liberian senators have proposed relocating the capital city from Monrovia. This bold suggestion aims to address the persistent issues of overcrowding and poor infrastructure that plague the current capital. The proposal has elicited a range of reactions across the country. Heavy rains between late June and early July triggered flash … Read more
LIBERIAN President Joseph Boakai has declared a significant reduction in his salary by 40 percent, a move intended to set a precedent for responsible governance and express solidarity with the citizens of Liberia. His office stated that this decision is aimed at addressing the growing concerns over government salaries amid rising living costs in the … Read more
IN a significant step towards addressing historical injustices, Liberian President Joseph Boakai signed an executive order on Thursday to establish a war crimes court, aiming to deliver long-overdue justice to victims of serious abuses perpetrated during the country’s two civil wars. The conflicts, spanning from 1989 to 2003, were marked by widespread atrocities, including massacres, … Read more