Monrovia, Liberia; March 6, 2026: The Government of Liberia, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), will on March 12, 2026, dedicate a newly completed prefabricated solar-powered cold storage facility for fish mongers in Robertsport City, Grand Cape Mount County. The dedication marks a major step forward in improving the livelihoods of fishing communities and strengthening local value chains under the Accelerated Community Development Programme (ACDP). Its solar-powered system ensures reliable, clean, and cost-effective cold storage for fish products, reducing post-harvest losses and increasing income for community members, especially women whose livelihoods depend on fishing. “This facility brings hope to our fishing families,” said Ma Sao Kromah, head of the Robertsport Women Association. “The Robertsport solar-powered cold storage facility is not just a structure, it is a symbol of empowerment for women and the fishing community, resilience, and progress.

Webster Clayeh [email protected]Speaking during the first cabinet meeting of 2026, President Boakai revealed that some government officials have been in the habit of working against decisions collectively agreed upon by the administration. During the meeting held on March 5, 2026, the Liberian leader did not name the officials allegedly undermining government decisions. President Boakai cautioned that any official found encouraging public resistance to government policies would face dismissal. When we make decisions, they go and undermine those very decisions—they go and push the people to resist,” President Boakai said. President Boakai also reminded cabinet members of their responsibilities in ensuring effective governance and delivering results for the Liberian people.

“The Office of Senator Johnny Kpehe categorically rejects and condemns the unfounded allegations made by Mr. Stanton Witherspoon on his podcast of March 3,” Doloyuwah said. Doloyuwah also rejected claims linking the senator to alleged corrupt dealings involving the China Union concession, stating that the allegations were entirely baseless. “The allegation that Senator Kpehe used the China Union concession for personal enrichment is entirely baseless,” Doloyuwah noted. No evidence has been produced to support this claim.”Beyond addressing the corruption allegations, Doloyuwah also responded to suggestions made during the podcast that Senator Kpehe has been inactive in legislative proceedings since taking office. Doloyuwah, therefore, called on Witherspoon and the Spoon Network to present evidence supporting the claims made on the podcast.

Monrovia – Award-winning Liberian film director and cinematographer Gerald K. Barclay is preparing to release a powerful new documentary examining the assassination of President William Richard Tolbert Jr., Liberia’s 19th president, and the historic events that reshaped the country’s political destiny. Forty-five years later, the Government of Liberia, led by President Joseph Boakai, in July 2025, dedicated a Memorial Site in honor of the late President William Richard Tolbert, Jr. and the 13 government officials. Tolbert assumed the presidency in 1971 following the death of President William V. S. Tubman. These tensions ultimately culminated in the 1980 military coup, which dramatically altered Liberia’s political landscape. Among those appearing in the trailer are former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, who served as Minister of Finance at the time of the coup, Dr. Elwood Dunn, former Minister of State for Presidential Affairs during the Tolbert administration, Ambassador Neh-Dukuly Tolbert, widow of Steve Tolbert, and Richard V. Tolbert, nephew of President Tolbert.

“Our focus is to ensure that climate action directly benefits our communities while building a stronger, more resilient Somalia,” said Bashir Mohamed Jama, Minister of Environment and Climate Change for Somalia. Through coordinated leadership, evidence‑based policy, and strong partnerships, Somalia can turn climate challenges into opportunities for employment and productivity,” said Hideki Matsunaga, World Bank Country Manager for Somalia. Analysis shows that higher‑quality growth and targeted climate action can sharply reduce economic losses from climate change compared to a business‑as‑usual scenario. ContactsIn Nairobi:Lydia Gachungilgachungi@worldbank.orgIn Washington:Daniella Van Leggelo Padilladvanleggelo@worldbank.orgAbout Country Climate and Development Reports (CCDRs)The World Bank Group’s Country Climate and Development Reports (CCDRs) are new core diagnostic reports that integrate climate change and development considerations. The post For Somalia, Building Climate Resilience is Key to Unlocking Long-Term Growth and Jobs appeared first on African Media Agency.

By James T. BrooksCAPITOL HILL, Monrovia — Liberia’s House of Representatives has officially begun the formal review of landmark legislation designed to criminalize gender-based online abuse. The proposed measure, titled the Protection from Gender-Based Online Abuse Amendment Act of 2026, was submitted to the Plenary and subsequently referred to the House Committees on Information, Broadcasting, and Judiciary. If enacted, the amendment would represent a major shift in how Liberia balances its hard-won press freedoms with the need for digital accountability. In his transmittal communication, Flomo warned that social media has increasingly become a conduit for “profane, vulgar, and insulting language” used to degrade individuals based on their gender. Nonetheless, the swift referral to the committee suggests a high level of legislative interest in addressing the toxic environment often found on Liberian social media.

Such accusations, if substantiated, raise grave questions about professional ethics and accountability within the public health sector. Liberia’s healthcare system has endured enormous strain over the past decades. The growing narrative that public hospitals are unsafe poses a dangerous risk to national health. When citizens fear hospitals, they may delay seeking medical attention or turn to unregulated clinics and traditional healers. Liberia’s public health system now stands at a crossroads where the only path forward involves a renewed commitment to the principle that every Liberian life matters, regardless of status or circumstance.

By James T. BrooksPresident Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. issued a stern ultimatum to his Cabinet on Thursday, demanding a higher standard of coordination, fiscal discipline, and the immediate acceleration of the national development agenda. President Boakai did not mince words regarding the internal conduct of his administration. He underscored that his ministers are servants of the public trust and remain strictly accountable for their performance and loyalty to the national agenda. President Boakai highlighted that the deployment of road construction equipment—popularly known as the “yellow machines”—is a strategic move to unlock the economic potential of rural areas and stimulate agricultural productivity. As the meeting concluded, President Boakai urged his Cabinet to reclaim the sense of purpose that brought them to power.

The initiative is designed to professionalize the city’s sanitation programs and address the long-standing challenges of garbage disposal and environmental maintenance within the municipality. Mayoress Nimely-Bloh announced that the new acquisition includes a range of critical gear and equipment for the employees of the Barclayville City Corporation (BCC). For years, the Barclayville City Corporation has struggled with a chronic shortage of equipment, particularly heavy-duty trash cans and motorized transport for waste removal. Beyond equipment, the Mayoress also addressed the human element of the city’s sanitation strategy. As the new equipment hits the streets, Mayoress Nimely-Bloh is calling on the citizens of Barclayville to do their part.

2PointZero Group now holds 60.8% of ISEM, while Peninsula Capital and minority investors own the remaining 39.2%. The Italian-based ISEM Group, founded in 1949 and headquartered in Bologna, is a highly automated leader that reinforces the ‘Made in Italy’ brand hallmark. We look forward to building the next chapter together.”Francesco Pintucci, CEO of ISEM Packaging Group commented: “Today marks the start of a next chapter of the Group. With 2PointZero and Peninsula, ISEM has the platform to take that offer global. Legance assisted Peninsula Capital on its reinvestment in ISEM and the stakeholders’ agreements with 2PointZero Group, and Van Campen Liem advised [Peninsula] on deal structuring.

Geneva, Switzerland, 04 March 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/-Across the African region, health threats are increasingly being detected early, bolstering measures to protect communities. To further reinforce health emergency preparedness, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa today launched an integrated intelligence system to narrow the gap between decision-making lifesaving response even more. The Preparedness Data Exchange, or PDX, is an integrated, AI-enabled intelligence system is designed to support early, evidence-based decisions across the region. The Preparedness Data Exchange signals WHO Africa’s commitment to AI-driven, anticipatory and unified preparedness intelligence built to protect populations across the continent. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of Word Health OrganisationThe post From data to decisions: strengthening health security in Africa appeared first on African Media Agency.

Monrovia, Liberia; March 4, 2026: Something powerful is happening in Liberia right now quietly, diligently, and with a determination that speaks to a nation ready to strengthen its democracy. It launched a comprehensive capacity assessment, supported by UNDP through the Liberia Electoral Support Project. Because this is about the 2029 elections and it’s about ensuring those elections are credible, inclusive, and sustainably managed by Liberia’s own institutions. And they’re building a shared understanding of what the NEC needs to deliver elections that citizen’s trust. And as Liberia moves steadily toward the 2029 General Elections, this work will shape a future where every Liberian can cast their vote with confidence.

Since 2017, the campaign has mobilized activists across continents to demand fair and gender-responsive tax systems under the call to #MakeTaxesWorkForWomen. In rural Liberia, women make up approximately 80 percent of the agricultural labor force—meaning four out of every five agricultural workers are women. Support a fair and inclusive UN Tax Convention that expands taxing rights for Global South countries like Liberia. Tax systems are not gender-neutral. This week, as Liberia joins the global movement for tax justice, ActionAid Liberia reaffirms its commitment to advancing women’s rights and ensuring that tax policies work for people not profit.

From the 19th century settlement policies that created parallel systems of statutory and customary land ownership, to post-war urban expansion, unclear land tenure has fueled mistrust and conflict. The establishment of the Liberia Land Authority in 2016 was intended to unify land governance and modernize documentation. The landmark Land Rights Act of 2018 further sought to clarify customary and private land ownership. Over the years, land disputes have repeatedly surfaced as catalysts for community unrest. Senators are not only exercising oversight but also acknowledging their legislative responsibility to refine the legal framework governing land ownership and dispute resolution.

By Amos HarrisThe Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has officially cleared Emma Metieh Glassco, the former Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA), of all corruption allegations. This decision marks the formal conclusion of a high-profile dispute involving World Bank-funded fisheries projects that has gripped Liberia’s public discourse for over a year. While the ruling restores Glassco’s legal standing, it has simultaneously reignited a national debate regarding due process, investigative standards, and the overall credibility of Liberia’s anti-corruption framework. The controversy began in February 2025, when President Joseph Nyuma Boakai suspended Glassco following concerns raised by the NaFAA Board. Skeptics wonder if the Glassco matter could have been resolved through simple administrative clarifications rather than a national scandal.