Liberia: Senator George Tengbeh’s Quest to Retain Seat in Lofa County on a Shaky Edge
Tengbeh rode on the wings of the political leader of Unity Party Joseph Boakai, who is seen as the face of Lofa County politicsVoinjama, Lofa County – A Unity Party wave in 2011 in Lofa County helped George Tengbeh from being the administrative assistant to former Lofa County superintendent Galakpai Kortema to the Senate. But Tengbeh has parted ways with Boakai and Unity Party and defected to the ruling Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC). The outcome of previous presidential elections in the county has attested to the fact that Lofa is the stronghold of Unity Party. Fayiah claimed members of PFT, who are bent on supporting Tengbeh, had collected huge sums of money to support Tengbeh. How the senator hopes to win re-election in Lofa County without the support of Boakai and Unity Party remains to be seen.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 07:41 UTC
LIBERIA: Gender Minister, Nobel Laureate Must Be On The Same Side, Rallying Forces Against Rape
WHEN SHE OPTED to criticize the government and security forces actions against peaceful protesters, calling for a more robust action against rape, she also held the Gender Minister’s feet to the fire. Your job demands that you protect the most vulnerable population of Liberia, but you have chosen to align with your political God father. The protesters want action against rape and the two must help this cause and not tear it down. In fact, if they are committed to curbing the menace of rape, they should set aside their ego and work together. WE THINK IT does not matter which side you are, once you are a woman, you are vulnerable to the venom of rape.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 07:41 UTC
Liberia: Ministry of Agriculture Empowers Local Agri-Entrepreneurs to Boost Rice and Cassava Production
Monrovia – In a bid to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the agriculture sector, the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) with funding from the World Bank has awarded contracts to 10 smallholder farmers and food processors for rice and cassava production. Entities that benefitted include the Bravo Sisters (contracted to produce 18 metric tons of fufu flour, 17 metric tons of cassava flour (de-pot) and 70 metric tons of gari); FALAMA Inc.(70 metric tons of cassava flour, 27 metric tons of fufu flour and 100 metric tons of gari); Global Agro (50 metric tons of gari, 50 metric tons of fufu flour and 50 metric tons of cassava flour) and Destiny Women (105 metric tons of cassava flour, 29 metric tons of fufu flour and 70 metric tons of gari). Other entities that signed on Friday include the Liberian Business Incubator (70 metric tons of gari, 105 metric tons of fufu flour and 34 metric tons of cassava flour); Logan and Logan INC (70 metric tons of fufu flour, 60 metric tons of gari and 27 metric tons of cassava flour and 125 metric tons of locally grown rice), Selma Development Agriculture Corporation (175 metric tons of locally grown rice); Agriculture Infrastructures Investment Company (250 metric tons of locally grown rice) and FABRAR Incorporated (200 metric tons of locally grown rice). “We noticed that there would be a severe impact on our agriculture sector and food security if certain measures were not taken. He also called on the government to invest more into the agriculture so that the country can become food secure.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 07:30 UTC
U.S. Embassy Stands with Liberia in the Fight Against SGBV
MONROVIA – Last week, concerned Liberian citizens peacefully and passionately called attention to sexual- and gender-based violence (SGBV), protesting the high incidence of rape cases in Liberia, the impunity of perpetrators and the lack of support for survivors. From rape to intimate partner violence to harassment and intimidation of activists, SGBV remains pervasive, and no country has ended it. SGBV threatens the health and safety of survivors and is a barrier to social and economic development. INL embedded advisors work alongside Liberian counterparts in the Liberia National Police to offer technical assistance on investigation of SGBV cases; they also provide consultative support to attorneys in the Liberian SGBV unit on prosecution of SGBV cases and to court personnel on timely and appropriate processing. The U.S. government’s annual “16 Days of Activism Against GBV” campaign each November highlights success stories and work yet to be accomplished on SGBV around the world, including in Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 07:30 UTC
Liberia: Ne-Suah Livingstone Allegedly Harassed by Police and Gender Ministry Employees for Custody of Rape Survivor after Anti-Rape Protest
The girl was entrusted to her by the Ministry of Gender, she said. My lawyer told me not to release the child without a proper document,” said Madam Livingstone. She said she’s being accused by the Minister Tarr of parading the rape survivor in the streets during the three-day anti-rape protest. I know better, even reporting rape survivor cases, I shield the survivors’’ identities, how could I be that stupid to break international protocols on d rights of rape survivors n bring an already traumatized baby to d march!!! However, according to the Deputy Minister, Madam Livingstone later refused to turn the child over so she called the police to intervene.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 07:28 UTC
Liberia: Renowned Liberian Humanitarian Dr. Daniel E. Cassell Vows To Help Improve The Living Condition Of Liberians Through Humanitarian Initiatives
Dr. Cassell made these assertions when he addressed hundreds of residents, including youths, women, physically challenged and students in Marshall City, Margibi County on Sunday, August 30. Dr. Cassell, however, vowed to help citizens to realize their true values in order to empower themselves and help move their country forward. It tells me that the presence of Dr. Cassell’s Foundation is of importance. Dr. Cassell, however, vowed to help citizens to realize their true values in order to empower themselves and help move their country forward. The Dr. Cassell Foundation was established in July 2020 in Liberia to help assist with meeting the basic needs of the poor, less fortunate, and disenfranchised citizens of the Liberian society.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 07:18 UTC
Liberia: Cities Alliance, EU Launch Micro Finance Loan and Grant Facility for Community-based Enterprises to Improve Solid Waste Collections Services
Cities Alliance is a global partnership that supports cities in delivering sustainable development and tackling urban poverty. Solid waste management in Greater Monrovia has become an overwhelming task for city authorities who face severe constraints in executing one of their principal municipal responsibilities: to ensure the cities are clean. But officials say the launch of the loan and grant facility is a significant milestone in addressing the situation, especially within the greater Monrovia area. The CBE model complements the solid waste management value chain system in Greater Monrovia. With the launch of the loan and grant facility, key players of the sector are optimistic that this will be a significant milestone in boosting their businesses.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:56 UTC
Liberia: CPP Accuses President Weah of Prejudicing Investigation into Police Handling of Anti-Rape Protesters
At a news conference, the CPP through its spokesman Lafayette Gould accused President Weah of prejudicing future investigation into the conduct of the police when he indicated that there were people among the protesters bent on causing trouble. Monrovia – The opposition Collaborating Political Parties says President George Weah is implicitly giving support to the “brutal and unprofessional” actions of the Liberian National Police against the anti-rape campaigners. At a news conference, the CPP through its spokesman Lafayette Gould, also accused President Weah of prejudicing future investigation into the conduct of the police when he indicated that there were people among the protesters bent on causing trouble. These cases of Human Rights Violations and Injustice are reminiscent of those giving rise to previous civil unrest in our country.”Cllr. We applaud their efforts to stand up against rape in the face of threats and harassments and assure them of the unflinching support of the CPP in this regard.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:45 UTC
Human Rights Group Proposes the Establishment of Independent Nat’l Anti-Rape Commission
Foundation for Human Rights Defense International (FORHD) Executive Director Tee WonokayMonrovia – The Foundation for Human Rights Defense International (FORHD) Liberia is proposing the establishment of an Independent National Anti-Rape Commission. In a release sent out by the rights group, FORHD’s Executive Director Tee Wonokay said the proposed anti-rape commission must centrally focus on all issues concerning rape. The human rights organization had also called on anti-rape protesters, who had gathered in Monrovia and other parts of the country last week, and also the government, to maintain the peace. “FORHD urges everyone involved to steak to the objective of the protest and avoid any political undertone, which could undermine its true intend,” the rights group further said. FOHRD, which works to promote equal rights and justice in Liberia, wants these contributing factors be tackled from a holistic standpoint through a synchronized institutional framework.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:45 UTC
Liberia: Baptist Official Brands Pending Convention Unconstitutional
Speaking Sunday, August 30, when he was sashed and crowned National Baptist Father of the year 2020/2021, across Liberia at a ceremony held at the Duport Road Baptist Church, Atty. Sarkorh noted that ongoing demand of Baptist men and some Pastors including Deacons to hold a new convention is simply at attempt to grab power. The Liberia Baptist Men 25th Father wondered why, the process is proceeding contrary during, this time of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Sarkorh therefore called for ‘complete unity’ among members of the Liberia Baptist Missionary and Educational convention before proceeding for convention. According to him, only with unity, can the Baptist Church Convention meet its full objective of upliftment.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:33 UTC
New Life Recovery Center Launched Computer Training Program For Zogos
Marshall City – A non-profit organization, New Life Recovery, Center has launched a Computer Training Program for drug users who are commonly called “zogos” in Liberia. The prospect of the training program is to enable drug users to have computer knowledge as they rapidly go through their recuperation at Center in Sundaygar Town, Marshall Road. The executive director, however, expressed his frustration at government for chasing drug users rather than focusing their attention on those drug dealers. Cllr Amegashie further commented that those within the center should make proper use of the training to improve their lives even better. “The computer training is for you to learn a skill.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:31 UTC
Liberia’s Educational System: The Need to Begin Assessing Students Suspected of Learning Needs
Characteristics of Specific Learning Disability (SLD):Students with specific learning disability have averaged and above average intelligence, but may have difficulty acquiring and demonstrating knowledge and understanding. With these cautions in mind, I can now briefly discuss some of the common characteristics of learning disability. For students with learning disabilities, problems stemming from disabilities are often times compounded by the dimensions of the student’s cultural system. Similarly, teaching students with learning disabilities may require particular attention to the distinctive factors affecting their learning. Information processing, changes that impact students’ learning, and the underlying effects that vary among various students with Learning Disabilities should be cultivated and areas of students’ weaknesses and strengths should also be maximized and appropriate adjustments made to enhance students’ learning.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:11 UTC
Liberia: EPA, UNDP Conduct Technical Training On Climate Change, Economic Appraisal For Adaptation Projects
GANTA – Representatives of line Government of Liberia Ministries and Agencies are currently attending a five-day technical training workshop on climate change impacts and vulnerability assessment and project appraisal for adaptation projects in Ganta, Nimba County. Facilitator Dr. Sennye Masike, an environmental economist with background in environmental climate change impact assessment modeling, according to Tumbey will highlight the importance of mainstreaming climate change in decision making and planning processes. Speaking further, Prof. Karmorh said “as you know Liberia is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. According to him, there are calls from all the sectors regarding what the EPA is doing to address climate change. “The EPA as you may know is the focal agency in term of climate change leadership in Liberia and we don’t work alone.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:00 UTC
Liberia: Keep Exposing Corruption, Injustice & Human Rights Abuses
For Rodney Sieh, they continue to bend him but they can’t break his will power. Minister Toe sued Rodney Sieh and his FrontPageAfrica newspaper and was awarded $US2 million in damages. Banks upheld the guilty verdict of the lower court against journalist Rodney Sieh. Therefore, CONGRATULATIONS Ambassador Rodney Sieh. Keep doing what you do best: exposing corruption, injustice and human rights abuses in our beloved Liberia.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 01, 2020 06:00 UTC
Sister Aid Liberia Condemns Police Use Of Force On Peace Protesters Against The Rape Pandemic
It is evident that running parallel with the Coronavirus crisis has been the Rape Pandemic. The existing overwhelming and telling statistics of cases of rape fanning across Liberia tower this fact. Meanwhile, attending this pervasive Rape Pandemic are ongoing cases of other forms of violence against women and girls. Indeed, rape has become a Social Pandemic in Liberia. Rape is a pandemic and deliberate actions must be taken now by the Liberian Government to curb this menace.
Source:Front Page Africa
August 31, 2020 22:30 UTC