EU-Backed CSO Coalition Signs Grant to Deepen Legislative Oversight
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Source:Daily Observer
January 30, 2026 06:48 UTC
Gbarnga Central Prison Rejects Leprosy “Detainees”
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Source:Daily Observer
January 30, 2026 06:42 UTC
Labour Ministry Moves to Strengthen Workplace Standards at China Railway Development
Monrovia, January 29, 2026… The Ministry of Labour has made several recommendations to the management of China Railway Development aimed at improving the working conditions of workers at the company. Speaking during the conference, Labour Minister, Cllr. Meanwhile, Labour Minister Cooper W. Kruah, Sr. has said that the Ministry of Labour will work to ensure that all companies are in compliance in ensuring conditions of work are improved and Liberians are giving priority for work in Liberia. It can be recalled that the Ministry of Labour has summoned the managements of Bao-CHI-CO and China Railway Development to a high- level conference to discuss critical issues relating to labour administration and workplace standards. The conference is scheduled for Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., in the Conference Room of the Minister, 4th Floor, Ministry of Labour, EJS Ministerial Complex, Congo Town.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 30, 2026 04:58 UTC
Liberia: 'Human Capital Must Be the Priority'
"The State of the Nation Address will always sound good, because it is someone grading themselves," Dr. Moniba said. "Most of the so-called jobs were created by the government itself, not by a thriving private sector. On inflation, Dr. Moniba dismissed macroeconomic indicators that suggest improvement, arguing that such data mean little to citizens struggling with daily expenses. According to Dr. Moniba, Liberia's greatest risk lies in its long-standing neglect of human capital development. He argued that Liberia does not need better speeches but a new budget philosophy that prioritizes human capital, productivity, and private sector growth over political perks.
Source:Daily Observer
January 29, 2026 23:47 UTC
President Boakai Administration Launches Construction Of Modern Ministry Of Justice Complex
By Amos HarrisIn a decisive move to bolster Liberia’s legal and security infrastructure, President Joseph N. Boakai officially launched the construction of a state-of-the-art Ministry of Justice Complex on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Once completed, it will house the Ministry of Justice, the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), the Liberia Immigration Service (LIS), and the Liberia National Fire Service (LNFS). During his keynote address, President Boakai emphasized that his administration is prioritizing sustainable public infrastructure to ensure national resources are used responsibly. Drawing a comparison to the existing Ministerial Complex, President Boakai praised it as a model of institutional order and cleanliness. Justice Minister and Attorney General Oswald Tweh described the complex as a transformative development for the sector.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 29, 2026 20:50 UTC
Ghanem Company launches fractional ownership of real estate in KSA under REGA Sandbox
Ghanem announced the launch of fractional ownership of real estate in Saudi Arabia under the regulatory sandbox of the Real Estate General Authority (REGA), marking a key milestone in expanding access to regulated real estate investment in the Kingdom. The launch enables eligible Saudi investors to own officially registered fractional shares in income-generating real estate assets through a fully digital journey. Ghanem is fully integrated with the Real Estate Registry, ensuring ownership is recorded transparently in the official registry and in line with regulatory requirements and investor protection standards. Commenting on the launch, Saleh Waheed Al-Ghamdi, CEO of Ghanem, said:“Launching fractional ownership under the REGA Sandbox is a major milestone for Ghanem and the Saudi real estate sector. Our full integration with the Real Estate Registry allows us to deliver a transparent, secure, and fully regulated investment experience.”The product will roll out in phases within the sandbox environment, allowing controlled testing under regulatory oversight before broader market expansion.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 29, 2026 20:01 UTC
OHCHR Begins 2-Day Training for Liberian Lawyers
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Source:Daily Observer
January 29, 2026 13:47 UTC
Govt Launches National Food Safety Assessment Report
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January 29, 2026 13:47 UTC
Liberia Strongman Federation Makes Historic International Debut In Ivory Coast
Monrovia – The Liberia Strongman Federation (LSF) has dispatched its first-ever official national delegation to compete in the Pure Power International Strongman Competition in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The delegation is composed of the top three winners from the most recent National Liberia Strongman Competition held in late December 2025. The team is expected to arrive in Abidjan on February 9, led by Liberia Strongman Federation executives Christopher Dompo and Prince Tamba. “History in Motion”Junda Morris, the founder of the Liberia Strongman Competition and a prominent figure in African bodybuilding and fitness, described the trip as a turning point for the sport in Liberia. “For the first time, Liberia is stepping onto the international Strongman stage as an official delegation.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Pres. Boakai, VP Koung Offer Conflicting Accounts on Job Creation
He stated in his address, “Job creation remains a top priority for my Administration. Our job creation strategy has focused on addressing binding and structural constraints to growth, including investments in roads, energy, and other infrastructure. In his words, “We acknowledge, with honesty and humility, that job creation remains one of our greatest national challenges. Vice President Koung, who also serves as President of the Liberian Senate, sought to contextualize the government’s struggle by outlining broader policy efforts aimed at long-term economic transformation. According to him, these measures are essential precursors to large-scale job creation but are not immediate solutions.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Paynesville Court Throws Out Case Against LFA Boss Mustapha Raji As Football House Refutes Arrest Rumors
Paynesville – The Paynesville Magisterial Court has dismissed a criminal lawsuit involving Mustapha Raji, President of the Liberia Football Association (LFA), and Jubilee FC President James Nimene, citing a lack of sufficient evidence to proceed. In a statement issued Tuesday, the LFA welcomed the ruling, noting that it respects the integrity of the legal process. “The outcome reflects the conclusion reached by the court after due consideration of the facts presented,” the LFA stated in an official release. The LFA clarified that President Raji remained fully compliant with all legal requirements and was represented by competent counsel. Despite the legal distractions and the lingering dispute with Jubilee FC, the Association emphasized that its leadership remains focused on its mandate of developing football across Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia Urges Sustained Diplomacy, Humanitarian Access in Middle East Crisis at UN
“The Middle East is not a distant theater of conflict,” Nyanti told the Council, chaired by Somalia’s Permanent Representative, Abukar Dahir Osman. Drawing on Liberia’s own post-conflict experience, Nyanti stressed that peace cannot be achieved by silencing guns alone, but through early, deliberate, and sustained political choices. On the Israel-Palestine conflict, Nyanti reaffirmed Liberia’s support for an immediate and sustained de-escalation of violence, expanded and predictable humanitarian access, and a negotiated two-state solution consistent with relevant UN Security Council resolutions. She emphasized that security without political legitimacy cannot endure and that crisis management cannot replace a genuine peace process. Liberia, she said, stands ready to work with all Security Council members and partners toward a Middle East defined not by perpetual war, but by dignity, justice, and the freedom for ordinary people to build peaceful lives.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Moniba Warns Poor Gov’t’s Spending Threatens Liberia’s Long-Term Growth
In a detailed address released Monday, Moniba argued that while State of the Nation speeches often sound impressive, the true measure of government performance lies in the national budget. “The State of the Nation Address will always sound good, because it is someone grading themselves,” Moniba said. According to Moniba, many of the reported jobs were government-generated rather than driven by private sector growth, a trend he warned is unsustainable. A child who cannot learn cannot lead,” Moniba said, referencing Liberia’s nearly 30 percent stunting rate among children. “Liberia does not need better speeches; it needs a different budget philosophy,” he said, one that prioritizes productivity, private sector growth, and human capital over political perks.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: Governance Crisis: Jubilee FC, Benita Urey Drag LFA to FIFA and CAF Over ‘Executive Overreach
The committee found Urey and Paynesville FC player Eugene Swen guilty of manipulating two 2024/25 league fixtures: Paynesville FC vs. Freeport FC and Shaita FC vs. Paynesville FC. The LFA alleged that Urey violated the FIFA Disciplinary Code during a controversial match that saw Shaita FC secure a 7–0 victory over Paynesville FC. The Jubilee FC Precedent: CAS Reverses RelegationJoining Urey in the international complaint is Jubilee FC, which recently won a major legal battle against the LFA at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne, Switzerland. In October 2025, CAS Sole Arbitrator Hervé Le Lay overturned the LFA’s decision to relegate Jubilee FC to the Third Division. In response to the complaint by Jubilee and Benita Whitney, Urey LFA media Manager Anthony Kokoi said they have not received any communication of such.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC
Liberia: RREA, Partners Validate Micro-Utility Licensing Framework and Mini-Grid Regulations
MONROVIA — The Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA), in collaboration with key partners, has begun a two-day validation workshop aimed at reviewing Liberia’s Micro-Utility Licensing Framework, Mini-Grid Code, Multi-Year Tariff Methodology and Tariff Regulation. He noted that RREA, with support from the World Bank’s DARES Program and INENSUS, has worked closely with the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC) to amend existing micro-utility licensing, mini-grid codes, and tariff regulations. Meanwhile, Claude J. Katta, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC), said the revisions aim to reflect current realities and promote inclusiveness in the regulatory process. “These reforms ensure that micro-utility operators, communities, and investors are adequately consulted as we modernize Liberia’s electricity regulations,” Mr. Katta said. “Your presence here today underscores a shared commitment to advancing Liberia’s electricity sector,” Mr. Katta pointed out.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 29, 2026 08:46 UTC