Author: Joseph Sallie

A powerful moment captured from the CAF champion league preliminary round yesterday the thrilling clash between FC FASSELL VS MC ALGERS at the Samuel Kenya Doe sports complex outside the nation capital Monrovia under a unique weather at Saturday evening were FC FASSELL settled down to a goalless draw at home.‎‎

Monrovia – Hundreds of Guinean nationals residing in Liberia joined their compatriots back home on this Sunday to cast their ballots in a landmark constitutional referendum. More than 500 Guineans in Monrovia are currently taking part in the process, which seeks to adopt a new draft constitution as part of the transition plan following the 2021 that could significantly reshape the country’s political landscape. The proposed constitution introduces several major changes, including provisions that would allow members of the ruling junta to run for political office. This could pave the way for Gen. Doumbouya himself, who had previously pledged not…

Joyquiken Town, River Gee County – Representative I.B. Choloply Wou has officially broken ground for the construction of a Youth and Multipurpose Center in Joyquiken, a $30,000 initiative aimed at creating a safe and engaging space for youth development and community activities. The groundbreaking ceremony, held recently in Joyquiken, drew the participation of government officials, local leaders, and community members, all expressing strong support for the project. The center, once completed, will serve as a hub for education, recreation, and vocational skills training. It is expected to benefit not only residents of Joyquiken but also surrounding towns and villages, providing…

Thousands of protesters have gathered in the Philippine capital, Manila, angered over a corruption scandal involving flood control projects that are believed to have cost billions of dollars. With organisers hoping to draw one of the largest turnouts of anticorruption protests in the country on Sunday, police and troops were put on alert to prevent any possible outbreak of violence. There has been deadly violence in another Southeast nation, Indonesia, recently, where protesters, infuriated by police violence, parliamentarians’ wages and soaring inflation, have been staging nationwide demonstrations. Protesters in Manila waved Philippine flags and held a banner that read “No more,…

Monrovia — A high-level team from the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) will arrive in Liberia on Monday, September 22, 2025, for an official mission to assess the country’s preparedness for reaffirmation of eligibility for a potential second MCC Compact. The team will be led by Ms. Carrie Monahan, Managing Director for Africa at MCC. She will be accompanied by a team of senior experts, including Deidre Fair, Director of Finance and Trade; Steve Anderson, Economist; Peter Glick, Economist; Sophia Marcus, Economist; Sheena Cooper, Finance and Trade Specialist; and Arif Mamun, Deputy Vice President for the Economic Analysis Division.…

Monrovia – The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has launched the “Clean Note Policy Campaign” to address the increasing mutilation of Liberian dollar banknotes. The initiative, launched today at the Rally Time Market in Monrovia, is operating under the theme: “Our Money, Our Pride,” and aims to curb the overwhelming mutilation of Liberian banknotes. Speaking at the official launch of the campaign, CBL Deputy Director for Banking, Madam Juah Karmbor Feika, said Liberians must view the Liberian dollar as a symbol of national pride. “I want to remind all of us here that our country’s currency, the banknotes, the coins,…

Lofa County – In a moment filled with celebration and hope, the citizens of Yarpuah Town could not hold back their tears of joy as Senator Momo Cyrus officially dedicated a new market building.The event marked a significant milestone for the community, reflecting both the commitment of local leadership and the dedication of the townspeople. During the ceremony, Senator Cyrus pledged a generous contribution of one million Liberian dollars to support the market’s growth and sustainability. At the ceremony, he provided an initial payment of 350,000 Liberian dollars, assuring that the remaining balance would be delivered within the year. This…

‎Monrovia- Montserrado County District #3 Representative Hon. Sumo Mulbah has warned his Colleagues to stopped visiting Concession area. He made this comment in response to Nimba County Senator Nya Twayen recent Facebook post. ‎Although I’m not from the Senate, this issue affects both houses. As lawmakers, it’s crucial that we understand our roles and responsibilities, and follow legislative procedures that align with the public policy process. ‎Within public policy circles, lawmakers are generally discouraged from visiting concession sites, particularly when the sites are owned or operated by entities with business interests before the legislature or significant donors, as this can…