By Amos HarrisThe Ministry of National Defense has announced major preparations for the 2026 recruitment of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), opening a new pathway for disciplined and patriotic young Liberians to serve their country and contribute to national security. Speaking at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing on Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Deputy Minister for Operations at the Ministry of National Defense, Spencer Leeco, confirmed that the AFL is fully prepared to launch the recruitment exercise. This initiative underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening the nation’s armed forces and enhancing national defense. Deputy Minister Leeco made it clear that the recruitment process is entirely free of charge and that no recommendation letter is required to join the Armed Forces of Liberia. Beyond recruitment, the Ministry of National Defense is advancing efforts to improve the welfare and living conditions of AFL personnel through the ongoing reclamation of Camp Ramrod Military Barracks, also known as the 72nd Barracks.

Paynesville City– Liberian nurse who has spent more than a decade saving lives in the country’s leeward counties and recently in the ambulance service is now pleading for help to save her own. By Jaheim T. [email protected]In an interview with Liberia TV, Georgia T. Jibbil–Snawolo, an employee of the Ministry of Health’s emergency medical service, has been diagnosed with advanced liver cancer and doctors say her only chance is surgery abroad. “I’ve been working in the leeward counties since 2012 and was recently transferred to the EMS ambulance service after the crisis,” she said. It was there that medical examinations revealed a growing mass on her liver, raising deeper concerns about her health. She further disclosed that at Jahmale Medical Solutions, doctor identified three additional marks and concluded that surgery abroad, specifically in India would be her best option.

Washington, USA, 02 February 2026 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/-The World Bank Group has appointed Johan A. Mistiaen as the new World Bank Group Country Manager for Niger, effective today. I look forward to continuing building and enriching our strong partnership with Niger and leverage support from across the World Bank Group to help further the country’s efforts to promote inclusive growth and create more and better jobs,” said Johan A. Mistiaen, World Bank Group Country Manager for Niger. MIGA has $2 million in exposure in the mobile money sector and indirect exposure through West African Development Bank lending operations. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of Word Bank Group. ContactsIn Niamey:Mouslim Sidi Mohamed,msidimohamed@worldbank.orgThe post World Bank Group Appoints Johan A. Mistiaen as New Country Manager for Niger appeared first on African Media Agency.

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“RACE 2026 is positioned as a strategic policy and innovation platform—where technology-enabled regulation becomes a catalyst for trust, inclusion, and sustainable economic growth across Africa,” Cyril Okoroigwe, Chair Organising Committee. Speaking on the partnership, Dr. Nurudeen Abubakar Zauro, Technical Adviser to the President / Executive Secretary, Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion (PreCEFI):“The 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo aligns strongly with Nigeria’s commitment to economic and financial inclusion. The 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo is expected to play a defining role in advancing Africa’s journey toward borderless economic empowerment, where trust, technology, and policy work together to deliver shared prosperity. Event Details:Venue: State House Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, AbujaDate: 20–22 May 2026Format: Hybrid (In-person & Virtual)Website: www.regtechafricaconference.comDistributed by African Media Agency on behalf of RegTech Africa. The post Nigeria to Host 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo Under the Patronage of the Office of the Vice President appeared first on African Media Agency.

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Borkai A.M. Sirleaf, Director General of the National Food Assistance Agency (NFAA) delivering a press statement on behalf of NFAA to the media in the conference room at NFAA Headquarters in Sinkor Monrovia.

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Cooper Kruah, has described the ongoing strike action by workers of AFCON, a subcontractor of ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), as illegal and has called on the aggrieved workers to return to work while pursuing lawful channels to address their grievances. On Thursday, February 5, 2026, former AFCON workers staged a strike action at the company’s premises, demanding end-of-project payments, hardship allowances, and other benefits. In a brief statement, Minister Kruah expressed the Ministry’s concern over the workers’ actions. Minister Kruah further stated that since the majority of the aggrieved workers were contract employees, the Ministry will review their contracts to determine whether any provisions were violated. The Labour Minister cautioned that while the workers may have legitimate concerns, engaging in unauthorized strike actions could undermine their case.

This landmark gathering brings together the intellectual and administrative powerhouses of the West African Monetary Agency (WAMA), the West African Monetary Institute (WAMI), and the West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM). The halls of the summit are currently filled with Central Bank Governors, Finance Ministers, and senior technical experts navigating the complexities of regional financial stability. These bodies represent the regulatory backbone of the region, ensuring that as West African economies grow more interconnected, they do so with robust oversight and harmonized standards. For Liberia, hosting this event is more than a diplomatic gesture; it is a clear assertion of its role as a proactive leader in the West African financial landscape. By facilitating these intensive dialogues, the nation is helping to bridge the gap between individual national interests and the collective goal of a resilient, integrated economic zone.