Dr. Daniel Cassell Urges Liberians to Unify their Thinking and Actions for A Better Liberia
Dr. Cassell noted that in the midst of these challenges confronting Liberia and its citizens, Liberians should continue to hold together and bear in mind that there is “strength in unity” to combat those difficulties and ills in society. Dr. Cassell noted that the day is a reminder of the efforts needed in maintaining unity, nationalism and cultural identity in the country. Dr. Cassell maintained that though these commonalities have united Liberia and its citizens for several decades, there are issues that appear to divide citizens. Dr. Cassell added that despite the situation, Liberians should continue to hold together and fight for unity and the liberation of the nation. Dr. Cassell noted that citizens should stand up and form a “united force” through their behavior, attitude, actions and spirit if the country is to move forward in terms of growth and development.
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July 27, 2021 09:56 UTC
Scale-Up Seaweed into The Global Food System to Address Nutrition Challenges, Improve Livelihood, and Reduce GHG Emission
We need to focus on diet, and this will require an urgent transformation of the food system which provides the diet. It is at this point we call for the insertion and scaling up of Seaweed into the food system. The protein concentration in Seaweed- especially red seaweed- can be up to 47% and the vitamins in seaweed can provide health benefits including decreasing blood pressure, preventing cardiovascular diseases, or reducing the risk of cancer. For obesity, we have seen evidence of how seaweed- especially brown seaweed- could inhibit weight gain, prevent obesity, and save people battling obesity from the high costs and hazardous side effects of anti-obesity drugs. For example, Seaweed can reduce ocean acidification and when used in animal feed, reduce methane emission from cattle by 82%.
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July 27, 2021 09:04 UTC
Liberia: Miss Earth 2021 Kick-Off Mask-Up Campaign; Distribute Face Masks And Detergent To Residents Of Rural Communities
MONROVIA – For many Liberians in hard-to-reach rural areas, having access to face masks is a luxury that they can’t easily afford. In these rural areas, the price of face masks is always triple the amount in the urban area. For this, Odella Flomo, the reigning Queen of Miss Earth Liberia has embarked on a campaign to donate reusable marks to rural communities’ residents. Additionally, Miss Flomo who is also Liberia’s Environmental Ambassador donated detergents, Hand sanitizers, Soap, and some Food items to residents of these areas. The donation was done in partnership with La Queen Entertainment, the organizer of Miss Earth Liberia, the National Port Authority, and the Weah Project.
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July 26, 2021 15:00 UTC
President Weah’s Message on Liberia’s 174th Independence Day Celebration
Since that momentous day, the Declaration of Independence has been commemorated as an important national milestone in the history of our Country. MY FELLOW CITIZENS, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN:The theme of this year’s celebration is:“Together, We Are Stronger: Fighting COVID 19 and Achieving Development, Peace, Human Rights, Justice, Health and Prosperity for All”. I must now take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to the National Orator of the Day, Rev. In spite of the negative impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic, we have ensured that the national development agenda is not derailed. Again, let me use this occasion to wish a happy Independence Day to all citizens at home and abroad.
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July 26, 2021 13:18 UTC
Liberia: Lawmakers Receive Another US$15k for Personal Project Despite Public Rebuke
MONROVIA – Members of the Legislature have begun receiving the remainder of the US$30,000 budgeted for legislative engagements despite public outcry and rebuke for receiving the first half of the amount last month. The PFM Law provides that all disbursing and receiving entities, and individuals, must account for public monies disbursed, received, and or entrusted into their care. Instead, the money, according to the Senate, is geared towards the support to their initiatives in their various counties. Hence, both the members of the House of Representatives and the Liberian Senate represent every single citizen in every part of Liberia. He said, “This money is not personal benefits for lawmakers, it is not added to our personal benefits.
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July 16, 2021 08:25 UTC
Liberia: Council of Churches Terms Govt. Officials’ Flamboyant Display of Wealth on Social Media as “Crazy and Insensitive”
“The people who do that (show wealth on social media) are insensitive. He noted that Liberians should rise up and compel their government to discourage its public officials from extravagantly spending and wasting tax payers’ monies. When quizzed on what the Council makes of reports that President George Manneh Weah has not taken the Coronavirus vaccine in the public, Bishop Brown stated: “You should ask him (laughing). He emphasized that leaders in Liberia should show examples even though the taking of the Covid-19 vaccine is being done voluntarily. The taking of the vaccine is a voluntary engagement but, when you are in leadership you have to volunteer or show example.
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July 16, 2021 08:19 UTC
Liberia: Senate Wants President Weah Apologize to War Victims in Line with TRC Recommendations
The recommendation was among several other requests derived by the Senate after three weeks of hearing that solicited expert opinions on the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). In September 2019, President Weah asked the Legislature to advise him on the implementation of the TRC’s recommendations that include the setting up of a war crimes court. In addition, the TJC will examine the pros and cons of establishing a war crimes court in Liberia, and whether to amend the Constitution to address the many legal issues that could hinder the establishment of a war and economics crimes court. Some Senators who support the establishment of a war crimes court were concerned about timing and funding. Other Senators held to the belief that the establishment of a Transitional Justice Commission is the best way forward.
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July 16, 2021 08:03 UTC
Liberian Musical Artist Brownskin Breaks through with her Latest “Merry Go Round” Music Worldwide
Kendolen Kebbeh Kennedy, alias Brownskin is known in the music industry for her classic talent in the Liberian AfrobeatsMonrovia — Kendolen Kebbeh Kennedy, alias Brownskin is known in the music industry for her classic talent in the Liberian Afrobeats. Shortly after, she embarked upon a mission to revolutionize the Liberian music industry, which has had little or no impact on representation in the greater Afrobeats arena. In May of 2021, Brownskin’s management announced collaboration between her and one of her idols, Teni the Entertainer on a single entitled, ‘Merry Go Round’. This track has put Liberian music in the spotlight and has made it clear to the rest of the world that Liberian music is evolving. “The song, Merry Go Round addresses the continuous struggle women endure when searching for serious relationships with men.
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July 16, 2021 07:52 UTC
When Development Planning, Engineering and Political Will intersect: The Case Study of the Relocation of the Red-light Market to Omega
There is evidently a need to seek out a point of convergence between engineering, development planning, and political decision-making. How would the market relocation affect crime rate and other social vices in the Omega area and how can this impact, if any be mitigated by the new market project? What other opportunities for economic development, light manufacturing, market access, market linkages and market integration can be created by the market relocation which can be exploited by this project? To what extent will the market relocation affect the quality of life in Omega Community as a residential district? This is how the theory and practice of development planning is thought in universities.
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July 16, 2021 07:47 UTC
Liberia: President Weah Submits Anti Money Laundering Bill to Legislature for Passage
CAPITOL HILL, MONROVIA – Liberia’s Chief Executive, President George Weah on Tuesday submitted before the Legislature for enactment into law an anti-money laundering bill. The bill is seeking to repeal the existing ‘Anti Money Laundering and Financing Act of 2012’. I, therefore, your kind and timely consideration to enact into law this important legislation” the President pleaded with the lawmakers. ‘Existing Weak Law’The crafter of the existing law had hope that it would have been an antidote for money laundering and other widespread financial crimes including the illegal accumulation of wealth and financing terroristic activities. However, despite the law and the act creating the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), there are reports of widespread money laundering activities in the country.
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July 15, 2021 07:55 UTC
Liberia: TRANSCO CLSG Powers Transmission Lines to Liberia; Set to Commission Sub-stations
He added that three out of five substations in Liberia, including Yekepa, Buchanan and Mount Coffee substations have been completed and fully energized by TRANSCO CLSG. He said TRANSCO CLSG is also proceeding to energize the Mano substation in Cape Mount County and subsequently move into Sierra Leone to energize the Kenema substation. He said with the unwavering commitment to succeed, TRANSCO CLSG has continued to forge ahead and reached new milestones. The General Manager thanked His Excellency, President George Weah and the government of Liberia for their unflinching support in realizing the milestone in Liberia. Mr. Traore thanked the governments and people of the CLSG and TRANSCO CLSG for the progress made so far in the implementation of the project.
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July 15, 2021 07:52 UTC
Liberia: Land Title Authorities Overwhelmed By Disputes following Land Rights Act
A FrontPage Africa/New Narratives investigation has shed light on the delay in resolving this and many land disputes across the country. Bong County Superintendent, Madam Esther Walker told reporters that she cannot remember a land dispute in that area of Bong County because she is so overwhelmed with many land dispute cases. “I have over six files on my desk regarding land disputes, that I cannot remember this particular area. But when reporters queried the Land Authority Commissioner for Land Dispute, Kula Jackson, he said he was unaware of a land dispute in that part of Bong country. But because of this land issue that has brought noise between us, none of these things can’t happen again,” says Madame Weefah.
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July 15, 2021 07:51 UTC
Liberia: Sen. Henrique Tokpah Says Lawmakers Need More Than US$15k to Address “Heavy Burdens Confronting Their People”
He noted that due to those “heavy burdens” from their people including the payment of school fees, delivery and medical bills, rental bills, among others, legislators need more money to address them. “That’s their opinion because right now, we undertake heavy burdens on our personal pockets. Those heavy burdens weigh on you. Senator Tokpa continued: “We never promised all these things but the needs of the people are so exorbitant. Worsening education systemSpeaking further, Senator Tokpa alarmed over the worsening and deplorable state of the country’s education system.
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July 15, 2021 07:18 UTC
Liberia: FOHRD Releases National Human Rights Situation Report
Monrovia — The Foundation for Human Rights Defense International (FOHRD) on June 2, 2021, launched its first National Human Rights Report. According to FOHRD, that was the beginning of a journey intended for the advancement of Liberia’s democracy in the protection of the human rights of everyone found within the borders of the country. FOHRD added that the Liberian Government takes appropriate actions to ensure that rape cases across the country are immediately investigated and perpetrators are brought to justice. FOHRD assured Liberians that it doesn’t work for the government or the opposition. “FOHRD works for the Liberian people and will be vigilant and consistent in pointing out human rights abuses and violations wherever and whenever they occur.”You can read FOHRD’s National Human Report here.
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July 15, 2021 07:07 UTC
Liberia, Morocco Lead Africa Regional Dialogue; Prepare Africa for UN Food Systems Summit 2021
He said Africa being no exception; the challenges and fragility of food systems; particularly, for the most marginalized populations; have become even more evident as a result of the disruptions to food systems; caused by the Covid-19 pandemic; further exposing the vulnerabilities in food systems across many African countries. When our food systems fail, the resulting disorder threatens education, health and the economy; as well as human rights, peace and security. “Regrettably, the situation of the COVID-19 Pandemic in the country; as around the globe; caused a delay in convening the National Dialogues. Accordingly, Minister Kemayah further disclosed that through consultations with stakeholders, four topical issues have been identified for discussions during the National Dialogues. These National Dialogues are meant to generate broader views, and stimulate inclusive participation from all spectra of the Liberian society.
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July 14, 2021 23:15 UTC