The prestigious Certificate of Honor was presented to Mr. Bearngar in tribute to his visionary leadership and the profound structural changes he has implemented at the CNDRA since his appointment. The official citation accompanying the award lauded Mr. Bearngar’s dedication to the Liberian people, specifically highlighting how his transformative agenda has elevated the standing of the CNDRA. Beyond celebrating his current achievements, the journalists’ networks emphasized that this honor serves as a lasting testament to Mr. Bearngar’s legacy in public service. In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Bearngar expressed profound gratitude for the recognition. He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the principles of accountability and transparency, pledging to ensure sustained institutional growth at the CNDRA in alignment with Liberia’s broader national development agenda.

And when you place the right people in the right place at the right time, absolute magic happens. SUSTAIN is an AI-enabled matchmaking partnership network designed to strengthen cross-sector collaboration and accelerate the delivery of sustainable development initiatives. SDM announced a partnership with Weill Cornell Medicine – Cornell University, called the Frontier Science for Human Health: A Saudi–U.S. Space Research Collaboration. The agreement focuses on advancing innovative space and computational biology technologies, with a focus on space research and human health missions.

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Nimba County – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has called for a deliberate, people-centered rebuilding of Liberia’s infrastructure, describing it as essential to national healing, economic growth, and social dignity. Webster Clayeh | [email protected]Speaking in Nimba County at the opening of the National Infrastructure Conference, President Boakai welcomed participants to what he called Liberia’s historic mining hub and said the conference was convened out of deep concern over the deteriorated state of the country’s infrastructure—much of it a lingering legacy of years of civil conflict. “This conference has been in the making for nearly two years,” President Boakai said. Quoting Indian politician Rahul Gandhi and former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, President Boakai said infrastructure development goes beyond physical assets. “This moment demands readiness—of our institutions, our policies, and our leadership,” Boakai declared, describing the National Infrastructure Conference as a national call to action.

Monrovia — Liberia has once again been classified as a country facing “serious” hunger, according to the 2025 Global Hunger Index (GHI), ranking 112th out of 123 countries with sufficient data. The GHI is designed to measure and track hunger at global, regional, and national levels, reflecting multiple dimensions of undernutrition over time. With a score of 30.0, Liberia remains firmly within the “serious” hunger category (scores between 20.0 and 34.9), making it one of the most food-insecure nations globally. Commenting on the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI) report on Liberia, leading economist Dr. According to the minister, the government has launched a National Agriculture Development Plan, with US$4 million allocated in the 2025 national budget to support domestic food production.

Monrovia — A visiting delegation of United States investors has met with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and pledged to invest more than US$900 million in key sectors of Liberia’s economy. Webster Clayeh, [email protected] )The delegation is in Liberia on a one-week business development and medical mission from January 11–17, 2026. President Boakai Reaffirms Investment ReadinessMeeting with the delegation, President Boakai described Liberia as a prime destination for investment and trade, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to private-sector growth. Our ARREST Agenda prioritizes agriculture, and we want to empower our youth and create jobs,” President Boakai said. Meeting with the delegation, President Boakai described Liberia as a prime destination for investment and trade, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to private-sector growth.

The AREPT was established to trace, recover, and reclaim state assets believed to have been unlawfully acquired or misused during previous administrations. Investigators are reportedly seeking to determine whether public funds, government-linked donations, or coerced contributions were used in the project. Clar Hope Foundation Under SpotlightThe Clar Hope Foundation has long presented itself as a charitable organization focused on women, children, and community development, and the Marshall complex has hosted social and humanitarian activities since its completion. Neither former First Lady Clar Weah nor the Foundation’s management has publicly commented on the subpoena as of publication. The Clar Hope Foundation is expected to appear in court on January 23, when the matter will be formally taken up.

MONROVIA – Former Liberian President George Manneh Weah has disclosed that he is considering plans to support the construction of a stadium or a modern sports park in Grand Kru County. Mr. Weah made the remarks following Grand Kru County’s defeat to Nimba County in the grand final of the National County Sports Meet football competition on Sunday. Margibi 1 Artificial Stadium Nancy B. Doe Stadium in Kakata (Constructed by the LFA). Grand Bassa 1 Artificial Stadium Doris Williams Stadium (Upgraded by LFA under a 25-year management agreement). The former President’s comments have since generated significant optimism among sports enthusiasts and residents of Grand Kru.

He joined the club during its formative years as Monrovia Club Breweries, remained through its transition to Global Pharma FC, and later became a central figure following its rebranding to Borough FC. In an official statement, Borough FC confirmed Blapoh’s departure alongside midfielder Oliver Sekey. “The club extends its sincere gratitude to Marvin Blapoh for his outstanding service, leadership, and commitment throughout his time at Borough FC,” the statement read. Blapoh: “I’m Here to Write History”Shortly after sealing his move to the Oil Boys, Blapoh took to social media to reflect on the next chapter of his career. An Emotional FarewellIn a farewell message addressed to teammates, coaches, and supporters, Blapoh described Borough FC as more than just a club, calling it a family that shaped his life.

MONROVIA – The Inter-School Sports Association (ISSA) has paid tribute to Liberia Football Association (LFA) President Mustapha Raji for the donation of a significant quantity of footballs intended to support the 2025/2026 school league development. By: Christopher C.Walker 0777898224/0886723075 [email protected]ISSA President Evan Somah, speaking on behalf of the association, disclosed that the LFA donated a total of 600 footballs. Somah emphasized that the donation was not a surprise, noting that the LFA recognizes ISSA as a primary feeder system for the national leagues. “We are very grateful to LFA President Mustapha Raji and the entire association family for this donation,” Somah said. “We can assure them that these balls will be distributed among our member zones in the 15 counties and will be used for the growth of the ISSA league.

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Left, Ms. Princess Eva Cooper, the inaugural Director General of the Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA); on the right is His Excellency Joseph Boakai, the President of Liberia. Photo credit: Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA)

Students and faculty of Nimba University give Dr. Tweh a warm welcome during his historic visit to the county’s premier university.

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