Cathedral Catholic School Alumni Association’s Fundraiser Aiming to Boost Students’ WASSCE Performance
Monrovia – After a dismal performance in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) two years ago, the Alumni of the Cathedral Catholic School had to do something. The WASSCE is a standardized test in West Africa, administered by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) for students residing in Anglophone West African countries. In a bid to address the issue, the alumni association will be hosting a Virtual Reunion and Intramural Class-King Contest (fundraiser) on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 6pm. So, we are working on a plan to retain them.”The alumni association decided to go virtual this year due to the deadly Covid-19 pandemic. “In recent years, the alumni association has been active in giving back to the school.
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August 04, 2020 09:00 UTC
Liberia: Rep. Tarponweh Condemns Firestone’s Redundancy Plan, Terms Action as ‘Clever Game’ Intended to Escape Responsibilities
The company’s action over the last year, he said, is a clever attempt to escape its responsibilities as enshrined in the concession agreement signed between the company and the Government of Liberia. Since its announcement of the redundancy plan in 2020, the company has come under staunch criticism from the House of Representatives. During the appearance of the company’s top management before the House on June 14, 2020, plenary put a halt to the company’s redundancy plan pending a legislative inquest into its planned action. The Management’s appearance was based on a communication from Rep. Tarponweh, entreating the indulgence of the Plenary to invite the Management of Firestone to state reasons for its anticipated action. The company was also requested to produce its five-year financial reports and other subcontracting documents as part of the investigation.
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August 04, 2020 08:59 UTC
31 Higher Learning Liberian Institutions Adopt Resolution For the Resumption of Class Amid COVID-19
The meeting discussed issues regarding COVID-19 and the situation that led to the closure of all schools. Its determination was for the institutions to design strategies by formulating plans that will lead to reopening schools in observance of COVID-19 health protocols. Fendell – A meeting to discuss the reopening of universities and other institutions of higher learning in Liberia has been held with stakeholders proposing strategies to ensure students are protected during COVID-19. The “Strategic Stakeholders Consultative Meeting”, which was attended by representatives of 31 institutions, was organized by NCHE Secretariat. Its determination was for the institutions to design strategies by formulating plans that will lead to reopening schools in observance of COVID-19 health protocols.
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August 04, 2020 08:59 UTC
Liberia: Education Minister Warns Female Students To Protect Themselves From Untimely Pregnancy
Monrovia – Minister of Education Professor Ansu Sonii has warned female students to protect themselves from untimely pregnancy while having a long stay-home break due to the novel coronavirus. He added that girls have no basic right to get pregnant once they protect themselves. “Generally, let talk to the young girls, you don’t have to get pregnant at all. The Ministry of Education in late July 2020 announced the reponing of schools for additional levels from 6th grade to 11th grade. If a girl gets pregnant, she is unlikely to come back to school,” Prof. Sonii said.
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August 04, 2020 08:48 UTC
Liberia: Land Authority Grants 6 Communities Full ownership of Ancestral land in Lofa
Chiefs and elders of the with customary land rights certificates. FrontPage Africa/IDHFOYA, LOFA COUNTY – The Liberia Land Authority has officially certified six communities in Foya, Lofa County as land-owning communities, a major milestone in the implementation of a ground-breaking Land Rights Act of 2018. We started this journey with IDH and today, the Land Authority is here with us.”Speaking during the ceremony, the Chairman of the Liberia Land Authority Atty. With their land use plans in place and land rights recognized, the communities can now directly engage with the government, private sector and civil society to facilitate investment in their area. The land use plan, also the first in the country, says exactly how the land in Foya can be utilized.
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August 04, 2020 08:37 UTC
ULAA Donates 3,700 Face Masks to MCSS Ahead of Regional Exams Sitting for 12 Graders
The presentation was done by ULAA’s National Representative Trokon Austine Kanneh. According to Kanneh, the masks were designed and manufactured locally. Responding, Mrs. Roseline Sherman, Assistant MCSS Superintendent, who received the items, lauded the diaspora Liberian group for helping to keep their fellow Liberians safe. Mrs. Sherman told the ULAA representative that the regular use of masks will help keep themselves, their friends, families, and their communities safe. She assured ULAA that the masks will be distributed to their students and will ensure that everyone on all public school campuses in Monrovia be masked up.
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August 04, 2020 08:37 UTC
Liberia: TWP Ex-Political Leader Welcomes GOL’s Probe into Attack Against Opposition Political Party Leaders
Mr. Olson then commended Officers of the Armed Forces of Liberia for their swift intervention into the situation but reminded government of its role especially in in dealing with situation. The former TWP political leader therefore wants the GOL to fast-track its investigation and the findings made public with aim of bringing the culprits to justice. According him, the recent incident has no place in our democracy and should never be encouraged. Moreover, the CDC Leadership needs to openly condemn this act of violence, Mr. Olson stressed. Meanwhile, the TWP Ex-Political leader is calling on all sides to recent standoff to remain calm as government probe into the incident.
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August 04, 2020 08:37 UTC
Utilizing Online-Marketing and Branding; With Some Scenario in Local Communities in West Africa
That is why online marketing has been the easiest way to shop from one state to the next. BRANDING STRATEGIESBranding strategies are some of the most critical aspects of business strategies and it provides a sustainable competitive advantage. Branding strategies would allow you to differentiate your business products and services from those of your competitors’. In conclusion, I would like to leave you with branding strategies you could implement for the growth and development of your business. The four brand strategies are line extension, brand extension, new brand strategy, and flanker/fight brand strategy.
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August 04, 2020 08:24 UTC
Liberia: President Weah ‘Deeply Concerned’ About Verbal Provocation, Violence
Yekeh Kolubah, Member of the House of Representatives, and their entourage, which happened on Thursday, July 30, in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County. I have mandated the Ministry of Justice to ensure a full and impartial investigation and hold those found culpable accountable for their act. I have mandated the Ministry of Justice to ensure a full and impartial investigation and hold those found culpable accountable for their act. Liberia is a culturally and politically pluralistic society. Consequently, it is important that we establish a culture of courtesy, tolerance and respect for each other.
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August 03, 2020 08:48 UTC
Liberia: Director-General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA) Provides Clarity Over Chinese Vessel Registration Delay
On July 30 and 31, 2020 aggrieved members of the Liberian Seamen Union stormed the offices of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority on Bushrod Island in an angry mood demanding the licensing of the six Chinese Super trawlers in an attempt to provide them job opportunities. On July 30 and 31, 2020 aggrieved members of the Liberian Seamen Union stormed the offices of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority on Bushrod Island in an angry mood demanding the licensing of the six Chinese Super trawlers in an attempt to provide them job opportunities. But in response to their allegations under a poll of rain on Friday, July 31, 2020, the Director-General of NaFAA Hon. Glassco however said there exist possibilities for Liberian Seamen to board other international fishing vessels despite the lack of fishing pier to contain bigger fishing. She disclosed that six members of the Liberian seaman union will shortly depart Liberia for Ghana to board two international fishing vessels licensed by NaFAA.
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August 03, 2020 07:52 UTC
Liberia: The Zwedru Fallout – As Government Commissions Probe, Clergy Alarms Over Growing Atmosphere of Violence
Late President Doe hailed from Grand Gedeh County and many took the president’s aide to task for trying to inflame tribal tension over the incident. Farhat wrote: “The Mandingo people starting again.” This other Mandingo man just want to bring trouble for his people. He has joined the people from Grand Gedeh to start trouble. Let the elders from Grand Gedeh warn their people. The MoJ said Grand Gedeh Superintendent Kai Farley has been summoned to Monrovia to assist in the probe.
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August 03, 2020 07:52 UTC
Conspicuous Silence Over Attack on Opposition Figures in Grand Gedeh Does Not Bode Well for Liberia’s Immediate Future
Conspicuous Silence Over Attack on Opposition Figures in Grand Gedeh Does Not Bode Well for Liberia’s Immediate FutureDELIVERING HIS special message on the occasion of the observance of the 173 Independence Anniversary of Liberia, President George Weah called on Liberians to put aside their political, religious and social differences for the good of the country. A WEEK LATER, the country President Weah governs was plunged into yet another violent turn, dealing a painful reminder of Liberia’s bitter past, just when the post-war nation is nurturing its bourgeoning democracy. PRESIDENT WEAH owes it to Liberia as its leader to put his officials in check, especially within close proximity to him. THE WEAH ADMINISTRATION must strive to always been seen as taking the high road, even against those perceived as enemies or strong critics of the administration. THE WEAH ADMINISTRATION must sanction a fair and impartial investigation and erase the perceptions in the air that it approved of the attacks on the opposition figures.
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August 03, 2020 07:41 UTC
Who Owns Rep. Sloh’s Body? As Children’s Mother Petitions Court to Block Spouse from Impersonating as Wife, Suspends Burial
Mrs. Sloh, serving as the movant said that Kidan, the respondent has also been embarking on other important family functions that are ascribed to her (Ruth Sloh), much at her detriment and disadvantage. Rep. Nagbe Sloh (District #2, Sinoe County) died at the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Memorial Hospital on June 30, 2020 following a brief illness. His remains, along with the late Rep. Munah Pelham Youngblood’s (District #9, Montserrado County) are expected to be buried in August. Meanwhile, the latest action by the deceased’s alleged wife is the second controversy that has marred his demise. But the Hospital, through its Deputy Administrator, Dama Yekeson Koffa deferred with Rep. Dennis, and stated Rep. Sloh was accorded the best care.
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August 03, 2020 07:41 UTC
Armed Forces of Liberia to Send Another Contingent to Mali
Monrovia – The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia, Major General Prince Charles Johnson III has disclosed that the United Nations has asked Liberia to increase its military strength in Mali by 45 percent. The 45% will be a company plus size,” General Johnson said. “I will tell you that the information coming from Mali is very rewarding for the Armed Forces of Liberia that’s why the UN has requested us (Liberia) to increase the size we currently have there.” General Johnson noted. I am happy with the work the guys are doing in Mali, Sudan and South Sudan. It is the 20% we been using for using for operational cost including getting passports, contingency cost all come from the same 20%.” General Johnson noted.
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August 03, 2020 07:30 UTC
New Data Show Increased in Customers, Better Service at LIBTELCO as Company Aims to Enhance COVID-19 Fight
New Data Show Increased in Customers, Better Service at LIBTELCO as Company Aims to Enhance COVID-19 FightMonrovia – In 18 months, the company has successfully emerged as a competitor to the two GSM companies providing internet services in the country. The United States Embassy, the Chinese Embassy, UN Agencies, World Bank, and several commercial banks have subscribed to the company’s internet services while ministries and agencies are also some of its major consumers. The total number of customers from 2013 to 2017, total 170 with 10 (ten) of them being fiber to the home customers (FTTH – Fiber To The Home/ Home Customers). From 2018 to present, the company has a total of 646 customers with 434 being fiber to the home customers. LIBETLCO is the government own Internet Service Provider (ISP) and National Operator which suggests that company has a task of taking the lead in the telecommunications industry.
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August 03, 2020 07:25 UTC