UNHCR Regional Bureau Director for West, Central Africa visits Nimba and Grand Gedeh Counties
Monrovia – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency’s Regional Bureau Director for West and Central Africa, Madam Millicent Mutuli has completed a humanitarian assessment mission of refugees arriving from Côte d’Ivoire into Liberia, especially concentrated in the areas of Nimba and Grand Gedeh counties. She was accompanied by the Executive Director of the Liberia Refugee Repatriation Resettlement Commission (LRRRC) Hon. Festus R. B. Logan and UNHCR Liberia Country Representative, Madam Roseline Okoro between Friday 4 December – Sunday 6 December 2020. The UNHCR Regional Director also had the honor of the UN Resident Coordinator, Mr. Kingsley Opoku Amaning to accompany her during her visit to Behwalay in Nimba County. The field mission was part of the UNHCR Regional Director’s visit to Liberia where she held meetings with various line ministries.
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December 24, 2020 12:33 UTC
Liberia: Government, Partners Support 78 TVET Instructors With Learning Tools
Paynesville – The Government of Liberia, with support from the European Union and the Swedish Embassy has presented laptops and other digital learning equipment to 78 TVET instructors at public vocational institutions across Liberia. The support is geared at strengthening teachers’ capacities from a manual system of preparing for classroom activities to a modern system. Sheriff told FrontPageAfrica Wednesday that the training is a five-year project targeting TVET teachers in some counties across Liberia. “I am gratified to TVET teachers who made it through the vetting process and will have the opportunity to travel to Kenya or Zambia for studies,” Kaspers averred. “We hope that you can serve upon return as instructors in TVET schools and as master trainers for vocational instructor training that will be established with support from programmed at BWI and other campuses,” Kaspers said.
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December 24, 2020 00:11 UTC
Liberia: “Ivory Coast, Guinea or Ghana not Using Our Money, So Where Is Our Money Gone?” – Traders’ Wahala No Christmas Money
“Therefore, let the government postpone the Christmas because we do not know where our money has gone. Guinea, Ivory Coast and Ghana are not using our money, so where is our money going? No money in the banks and no money in the ATM machines, can you imagine?” she stated. Therefore the Government should try to put things into place regarding this money business, so bankers can get their money from banks and ATM machines,” she said. He thinks the money isn’t circulating because these big business people are keeping the money in their various homes instead of the banks.
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December 23, 2020 23:48 UTC
Liberia: Communities Use New App to Track Illegal Logging
FrontPage Africa/Harry BrowneSALAYEA, Lofa County – Rural towns and villages are now using ForestLink, a new app, to track illicit forest operations and deforestation across Liberia, including illegal logging and mining, and poaching in their communities. However, 22 local monitors have trained to operate the mobile technology in 12 forest communities, according to him. “We have over 100 forest communities that we have to reach with this technology,” Harris says. FrontPage Africa/Harry BrowneHopeLiberia has a bloody history with illegal logging, which is still an issue today. The 2006 National Forestry Reform Law of Liberia gives communities the right to participate and benefit from their forest resources.
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December 23, 2020 23:37 UTC
Liberian Student Graduates with Two Outstanding Academic Awards from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School Public Health
Ambulai Johnson, MPH -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public HealthBALTIMORE – A Liberian student at the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Bloomberg School of Public Health in the United States, Ambulai Johnson, has been awarded the Outstanding Academic and Leadership Award by the faculty and students. Ambulai graduates among the top 10 of his class, thereby also awarding him the Delta Omega Award for academic excellence. Ambulai, who graduates among the top of the Class of 2020, was a self-supported student when he enrolled at the JHU Bloomberg School of Public Health program about two years ago. I am proud of him and Liberia should be proud of its son.”During his studies at the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Ambulai maintained a 3.8 to 4.0 Grade Pont Average. The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health was founded in 1916 and is one of the world’s premier Public Health Institutes which is leading the way in advanced research, education and practices that create practical solutions to public health problems around the world.
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December 23, 2020 23:37 UTC
UBA Liberia honored for providing quality Banking Services
MONROVIA – For providing quality banking service to the Executive Protection Service, United Bank for Africa Liberia Limited has be honored by the Country’s elite Security Service. The Certificate which read, “in recognition of your invaluable services to the Executive Protection Services, Republic of Liberia, under the leadership of Madam Nkechi Arizor, as managing Director of UBA, proved worthy our sincere appreciation and award you this certificate. Your honor and courage to duty brings credit upon yourself and the professional men and women of the entire UBA”. Director Roberts furthered that he was pleased with how happy and satisfied his entire staff are, with the selection of UBA as their banking institution. United Bank for Africa is a pan African Bank with presence in twenty-three African Countries, London, Paris and the United States.
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December 23, 2020 21:33 UTC
Liberia: NaFAA Begins Final 2020 Fishery Fees Collection across Fishing Communities
MONROVIA – A joint fisheries enforcement and compliance team has begun touring fishing communities across Liberia with the aim of ensuring the collection of the remaining 2020 license fees and at the same time creating massive awareness for the payment of the 2021 fishing license fees. The fisheries enforcement and compliance team comprising NaFAA, the Liberia National Coast Guard, Liberia Immigration Services, and the Liberia National Police is touring coastal beaches and also conducting sea patrols. Currently a southeastern team is touring fishing communities in Grand Bassa County following its initial tour of fishing communities at Bassa Point fishing communities through Marshall City Margibi County. Mr. Boeh who was accompanied by some technicians including Associate Directors Patrick Davies and Anthony Yokie stressed that no fishermen will go fishing without making full payment of their 2020 fishing license fees. More than 80 fishermen in little Bassa, and Bassa point fishing communities were ordered not to go fishing until they pay their 2020 fishing license fees.
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December 23, 2020 18:11 UTC
Central Bank of Liberia Says It Needed to Have Printed L$7.5bn to Meet Demand for Liberian Dollars
As per regulation, travelers would have to declare cash amount of US$10,000 and above upon arrival in Liberia. “The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) is fully aware of the current liquidity pressure in the banking system, particularly the limited supply of Liberian dollars. Since then, several communications from the President and efforts by the CBL to get additional money printed have been futile. “What becomes of the difference of L$14 billion, which was not properly answered by the Bank Governor,” he queried. “After the L$16 billion saga with the Liberian people, this money will fall on them if not managed properly.
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December 23, 2020 07:52 UTC
Liberian Humanitarian Dr. Daniel Cassell Awards Scholarships, Present Gifts To Kids Of Deceased Lra Employee Gifty Lama
Dr. Daniel E. Cassell (Center), Mr. Sylvester Lama (right), Mr. Tapple E. Doe (left) and the kids on their bikesMONROVIA – Renowned Liberian humanitarian, Dr. Daniel E. Cassell has awarded scholarship opportunities to the two kids of the deceased former employee of the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), Gifty Asmah Lama and Sylvester Lama. Dr. Cassell is the President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Dr. Cassell’s Foundation in Liberia. For his part, the beneficiaries, through their father, Mr. Sylvester Lama commended the Liberian philanthropist for the awarding of scholarships and the presentation of toys to his children. He expressed confidence that God will recognize and bless Dr. Cassell and his foundation for the gesture. Joy and excitement were seen on the faces of the kids as they listened to the pronouncement made and received their toys from Dr. Cassell.
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December 23, 2020 07:41 UTC
Support for Rep. Johnson Gwaikolo’s Deputy Speaker Bid Gains Momentum
J. Fonati Kofa has declared his intention for the Deputy Speaker position. “Already we have the President, Speaker and President Pro Temp all from the Southeast. Deputy Speaker from the Southeast will mean the top brass of the country are from one section of the country. And we believe the best candidate is Rep. Gwaikolo,” said the group’s Chairman Nelson Jackson, also a former Representative aspirant. Private Sector and AcademiaPrior to his election in 2017, Rep. Gwaikolo served in various capacities in the Non-Government sector.
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December 23, 2020 07:41 UTC
Liberia: Gbarpolu County Diaspora Citizens Call for Prosecution of Perpetrators behind Recent Violence, Intimidation of Senatorial Candidate and Supporters
Rep. Koiwood currently represents the county’s First Electoral District at the House of Representatives of the 54th Legislature of Liberia. In the landmark statement, GCAA, through its President, Teaker M. Harris, along with its Board Chairman, Rev. Election Suspended AgainMeanwhile, in the wake of the violence, the NEC has suspended the rescheduled election of December 15, 2020 in Norman Town. “The women experienced “horrific forms of human rights abuses.’’ They were ordered to stand in the sun with their arms raised for hours without food. Boakai Kanneh, head of the Law Reform Committee, was also beaten while in police custody,” the women group advocacy group said.
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December 23, 2020 07:41 UTC
Pres. Weah Admits Foreign Minister Dee Maxwell Saah Kemayah into Humane Order of African Redemption of the Grand Knights, Grand Band
MONROVIA – Foreign Minister Dee Maxwell Saah Kemayah has been admitted into the Humane Order of African Redemption of the Grand Knights, Grand Band. Minister Kemayah was decorated with insignia by President George Weah who was assisted by his Foreign Advisor Ambassador George Wallace. President Weah recounted and praised Minister Kemayah for his numerous roles and extraordinary performances in serving his country at home and abroad. President Weah recalled the warmth interactions he had with Minister Kemayah before and during his ascendancy to the Presidency which he said crystalized his interest to call him to government. President Weah disclosed that Minister Kemayah has exemplified commitment and diligence, while also describing him as someone who speaks truth to issues.
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December 23, 2020 07:41 UTC
Activa International Insurance Company Introduces Medical Emergency Evacuation Scheme for Ordinary Liberians
But Activa Insurance Company has taken a daring step to salvage the situation. “Our ultimate goal is to make this scheme accessible and affordable,” managing director and chief executive officer of the Activa International Insurance Company Liberia, Cllr. He added, “We at Activa Insurance Company are committed to meeting the needs of our customers and enable them to purchase coverage in a simple, fast, and convenient way. The selection of the medical facility abroad is the prerogative of the insurance company. About Activa International Insurance CompanyActiva International Insurance Group is a Pan-African insurer authorized by the Central Bank of Liberia to write both Life and General business.
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December 23, 2020 07:38 UTC
Liberia Set to Create Another National Park as Stakeholders Initiate Gazettement Process of Krahn-Bassa Proposed Protected Area
MONROVIA – The Government of Liberia, through the Forestry Development Authority (FDA) and its partners, conducted a one-day National Multi-stakeholder Information-Sharing meeting bordering on the gazettement of the Krahn-Bassa Proposed Protected Area (KBPPA). Hence, the uniqueness of this area has become nationally and globally noticeable thereby proving its viability and legibility to become another worthy national park in Liberia. Situated in the heart of Liberia, the proposed protected area straddles three counties including Rivercess, Sinoe and Grand Gedeh. When approved by the national legislature, the Krahn-Bassa Protected Area will become the 6th in the series protected areas and the 4th 4th national park in Liberia. Others were the Traditional Council, representatives of the legislative caucus, national and international NGOS, Liberia National Tourism Association, and the NGO Coalition.
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December 23, 2020 07:23 UTC
Liberia: Bong Lawmakers Plotting Against Rep Moima Briggs-Mensah’s Deputy Speaker Ambition
Gbarnga, Bong County – Three lawmakers of Bong County who supported the senatorial bid of outgoing senator Henry Yallah seem to be plotting against the ambition of Rep. Moima Briggs-Mensah to become Deputy Speaker of the 54th National Legislature. The position became vacant after the current Deputy Speaker and District Two lawmaker, Prince Moye, won was declared winner of the Senate race in Bong. Rep Briggs-Mensah, who supported Moye during the election, has declared her ambition to fill the soon-to-be vacant Deputy Speaker position. It seems three lawmakers in Bong County apparently angry at Rep Briggs-Mensah’s role in the just-ended election in the county are resolved to campaign against her in reprisal. One person is Rep Edward Karfiah, lawmaker of Bong’s District Five, who supported Yallah, said he won’t support Rep Briggs-Mensah’s ambition because of her role played in the just ended election in Bong.
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December 23, 2020 07:17 UTC