The meeting was expected to address a series of long-standing grievances raised by health workers, including salary disparities, employment benefits, poor working conditions, and concerns surrounding employment status for several staff members. The protesting health workers have outlined several reasons behind their action. Some health workers claim they have gone months without consistent pay, making it increasingly difficult to support their families. The once-busy corridors of Phebe Hospital appeared unusually quiet, with several wards either partially empty or completely deserted. While some administrative staff were reportedly present on the premises, the absence of nurses and frontline health workers significantly hampered the delivery of services.

The Lofa Senior Professionals Group (LSPG), with support from the Lofa County Legislative Caucus, on Thursday, February 19, 2026, hosted a daylong orientation workshop on a proposed 10-year roadmap for the development of the Wologizi Range. According to the Deputy Minister, the objective is to move away from a system where foreign companies acquire exploration licenses with minimal capital, leverage them to raise funds abroad, and eventually extract significant profits with limited national ownership. Providing an overview, a member of the Lofa Senior Professionals Group, Mr. Ounzuba Kemeh-Gama, a technology professional, explained that the initiative was independently conceived by Lofa professionals seeking to rethink how natural resources can better serve national development. The workshop provided participants the opportunity to review the roadmap, offer technical input, and ensure that any future development of the Wologizi Range prioritizes transparency, national ownership, and sustainable economic growth. The group says the initiative represents a new vision for resource sovereignty and inclusive industrialization, positioning Lofa County as a potential model for responsible mineral development in Liberia.

MONROVIA, LIBERIA — In a landmark move for national infrastructure, His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. conducted a high-profile inspection at the Freeport of Monrovia on Monday morning. The President toured a massive assembly of 137 road construction machines, marking the official arrival of the first shipment in a planned 285-unit fleet. Beyond the heavy machinery, President Boakai also visited a port warehouse filled with essential relief and educational supplies. These items were donated by Bishop Trevor Stephen Cockings, President of the UK-based His Church Charity and a long-standing partner of the President. President Boakai concluded his tour by reaffirming that the twin pillars of infrastructure expansion and human capital development are non-negotiable for Liberia’s prosperity.

GoWit, the leading AdTech provider, and Publicis Media Middle East, part of the French multinational advertising and communications holding company Publicis Groupe, today announced a strategic Commerce and Retail Media partnership across MENA and Türkiye. This partnership brings together GoWit’s cutting-edge AI-first Retail Media technology, GoWit One, with Publicis Media’s regional scale, advertiser demand, and strategic expertise, accelerating the operational efficiency of Retail Media for retailers, agencies, and brands. GoWit’s retail partners gain access to incremental demand from Publicis Media’s ecosystem, accelerating monetization and maximizing the performance of premium placements. It is a strategic step toward building a more consolidated, connected, and sustainable Retail Media ecosystem across MENA,” added Mazen Mroueh, Head of Retail Media & Partnerships at Publicis Media. It also supports identity-led activation through Publicis Media’s Core ID solution, ensuring privacy-safe targeting in high-intent retail environments.

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Across research institutions, malaria scientists who are locally trained, globally connected, and motivated by scientific curiosity and social responsibility, are shaping the future of prevention in Africa. Krystal Birungi, Ugandan entomologist and malaria advocateKrystal Birungi is a Ugandan entomologist and malaria advocate working with Target Malaria at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI). As 2026 begins, Africa’s malaria scientists are not waiting for change – they are defining it. Follow Target Malaria Uganda on Facebook. The post Africa’s next generation of malaria scientists takes action appeared first on African Media Agency.

A $200 million contract becomes a $560 million obligation, half a billion. It was expelled by Ghana’s President John Mahama in 2025, contract terminated after its Auditor-General documented systematic corruption, fraud, and theft from the workers it was paid to employ. Their alleged terms to competing bidders were unambiguous: $4 million, as the price of consideration for a $200 million contract. With consultation, committee members flew to Accra and finalized an initial payment of $2 million from Zoomlion to Liberian officials, ‘allegedly’. *to the public | What Happens now*WE File with the World Bank Integrity Vice Presidency — this week.

By Taiwo Olamide OluboyoThe Trustees of the Centre for Community Law (CCL), a Nigerian-registered NGO, and Professor Amos Osagie Enabulele have instituted legal proceedings against the ECOWAS Commission and the Federal Government of Nigeria, challenging the “unlawful” nomination and appointment of judges to the Community Court of Justice. The suit filed at the ECOWAS Court of Justice in Abuja on 6th February 2026 was formally registered on 12th February 2026 with reference No. ECW/CCJ/APP/08/26,The CCL and Professor Enabulele are listed as Applicants, while the ECOWAS Commission and the Federal Republic of Nigeria are named as Respondents. The Communique, annexed as Exhibit C to the application, stated that Nigeria, Benin, Liberia, The Gambia and Togo were chosen to nominate the next college of judges for the ECOWAS Court. Visited 10 times, 10 visit(s) today

The Liberia Artisanal Fishermen’s Association (LAFA), in collaboration with the National Fisheries andAquaculture Authority (NaFAA), with support from Blue Ventures and the Trygg Mat Tracking BlueTechnology Coalition has hosted its first-ever ocean screening program at the Monrovia City Hall. The program brought together key stakeholders in the fisheries sector, including artisanal fishers, fishprocessors, students, youth groups, non-governmental organizations, and intergovernmental partners. Delivering the keynote address, NaFAA Director General J. Cyrus Saygbe Sr. emphasized the importanceof ocean conservation and responsible fisheries management. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting artisanal fishers and advancing policiesaimed at protecting Liberia’s marine resources for future generations. The event concluded with renewed calls for stronger collaboration to ensure a sustainable oceanmanagement and resilient coastal communities across Liberia.

By Amos HarrisA sweeping anti-power theft operation spearheaded by the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has placed dozens of individuals and businesses under intense scrutiny. During a recent enforcement exercise, Broh made it unequivocally clear that electricity theft will no longer be overlooked by the state. Electricity theft remains one of the most pressing challenges confronting the LEC today. Observers suggest that delays in meter distribution may inadvertently encourage illegal connections among small businesses and households desperate for electricity. In many developing nations, electricity theft significantly inflates operational costs and discourages the very investment needed to stabilize the grid.

Firestone —Police authorities in Margibi County have launched a full-scale investigation following the discovery of suspected human skeletal remains in Division-15, Firestone, Margibi County. According to a police source, upon arrival, officers observed scattered bones believed to be human remains contained in a black plastic bag. The jury unanimously concluded that the bones were indeed human skeletal remains. According to the Mamie Kollie, Fatu claimed Geraldine had mentioned attending her brother’s graduation program, but she was never seen thereafter. Upon closer inspection, she discovered skeletal remains and recognized the lapper found near the remains as belonging to her daughter.

MONROVIA – Grief and solemn reflection filled the air as the National Patriotic Party (NPP) bid farewell to Philip Taylor, son of former President Charles Ghankay Taylor, declaring that he “could not live to see his father’s return.”By J.H. Webster Clayeh, (088729972 | [email protected] )Philip Taylor, 42, died on January 20, 2026, at 3:41 p.m. at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Sinkor. Former President Charles Taylor is currently serving a prison sentence in the United Kingdom following his conviction for war crimes. “We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and former President Charles G. Taylor for the loss of your son. Music and Youth EngagementBeyond public service, Philip ventured into Liberia’s music industry, using his platform to promote themes of unity, resilience, healing, and cultural pride.

Monrovia– The Ministry of Justice has opened an immediate investigation into a leaked video from Monrovia Central Prison that officials say violated the rights of inmates and may have breached prison regulations. The Supreme Court sentenced Prophet Key to six months in prison for criminal contempt. However, during the week, video footage surfaced on social media of Prophetkey and ex-President Charles Taylor’s son in a bar in the Monrovia prison. The Ministry, in a statement, says the recording raises serious concerns about discipline and security within Liberia’s correctional system. The incident has sparked public debate over prison management and transparency in Liberia.