The board considers the country’s potential to reduce poverty and foster economic growth. MCC has an ongoing portfolio of countries in various stages, including compact development, implementation, threshold programs, and program closure. Additionally, the compact development process also includes rigorous stakeholder engagements, a beneficiary analysis, and an environmental and social analysis of projects. This process can take up to two years, while a country must maintain a passing scorecard during the entire compact development period. In January 2016, the MCC and Liberia initiated a five-year, US$257 million compact aimed at spurring economic growth and poverty reduction in Liberia.

The National Bomi County Association in the Americas (NBCAA) is pleased to congratulate all the winners of the just ended legislative elections in Liberia. NBCAA is committed to working with all elected legislators for the good of Bomi County in particular and Liberia in general. We are proud of the people of Bomi County for their commitment to democracy and their desire to build a better future for their children. We urge all Liberians to continue to work together for peace, unity, and development. Clarion Call for Peace, Unity, and DevelopmentNBCAA calls on all Liberians to work together for peace, unity, and development.

He conquered the third place from big names which includes Mr. Alexander Cummings of the Alternative National Congress, by extension the CPP. He beat the likes of Tiawon Gongloe from a vote rich County of Nimba shown in the National Elections records of count. Appleton obtained forty thousand two hundred seventy-one (40, 271 votes) constituting 2.20% of the total vote count. It became an embarrassing and scaring moment when it became rumors amongst party officials of the UP that the CDC was attempting to hijack the process with a lucrative offer to Mr. Appleton to change his decision last minutes. Appleton who many described as the a surprised in the October 10, 2023 elections is the third runner-up with more than 40K votes over taking Mr. Alexander Cummings of the Alternative National Congress (ANC) who sat at third place in 2017.

BY ZACH C. COHEN AND JOHN HARNEY / BLOOMBERG |The U.S. House late Tuesday night voted to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib of Michigan over her condemnation of Israel in its war against Hamas. Many Arab American and younger Democrats have been critical of President Joe Biden’s unyielding support of Israel in the conflict as it carries out a military campaign against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The last member of Congress to face a censure was Representative Adam Schiff of California. In June, the chamber’s Republicans formally reprimanded him for what they called misrepresentations in congressional investigations he led of then-President Donald Trump, culminating in his first impeachment. Read more of this storyVisited 13 times, 13 visit(s) today

By Gabriel W. ColemanIntroductionIn simple terms, Liberian realities refer to the things that combine and work together to define the character of the Liberian people. By and large, the impact of the magnitude of Liberian realities on the nation is one that has greatly hurt rather than helped the country develop and grow socio-economically, intellectually, politically, spiritually, and in infrastructural terms. The development, growth and progress of any nation [people] are functions of certain inherent and intangible factors which act together to form a people’s character. A course that I did recently at the Evangelical Seminary of West Africa (ESWA) in Monrovia, Liberia, called Liberian Realities, describes in detail the factors that form the character of the Liberian people. Such despicable character is the main cause for the lack of integrity that pervades every section of Liberian society – the Church, government, private sector, academic institutions, political parties and the governed.

It promotes connectivity, mutual benefit, common development, cooperation and win-win outcomes”. The Belt and Road Initiative which follows the principle of extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits, was put forward with the aim of creating more opportunities for development. China has always adhered to the principle of sincerity, real results, amity and good faith in its dealings with African countries, and has provided African countries with tangible help and support. Liberia is an important participant and contributor to FOCAC and the Belt and Road Initiative Cooperation mechanism. Looking ahead, China and Liberia have huge potential and promising prospects in strengthening the docking of development strategies, promoting the sharing of development opportunities and working together to realize national modernization.

The administration of President George Weah has finally passed the U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation scorecard after five years of repeated failures. As stated in previous engagements, the Weah Administration plans to apply for a new compact to the tune of US$500 million. As for the 2024 scorecards, Liberia, along with 24 other countries, passed, with 55 countries falling short in the process. The FY24 scorecards included two changes to the education indicators related to the way MCC assesses a country's commitment to strengthening its education system. Second, MCC replaced its indicator measuring government expenditures on primary education with a new indicator that covers expenditures for all levels of education.

In a recent speech delivered at the Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary International Theological Education Conference, Dr. Getteh emphasized the importance of selecting leaders who embody trustworthiness and integrity, rather than being swayed by tribal affiliations. Dr. Getteh fervently urged Christians to transcend party loyalties and make informed choices based on the character and values of the candidates. As the people prepare to exercise their political rights on November 14, Dr. Getteh stressed the significance of voting righteously. Recognizing the gravity of the issues at stake, particularly in relation to public policy, Dr. Getteh warned that failing to exercise their freedom to vote would ultimately lead to the loss of that very freedom. As the November 14 election approaches, it is crucial for the Christian electorate to prayerfully consider the impact of their vote and use this opportunity to shape a future that upholds morality and righteousness in their beloved nation.

The Salvation Army Monrovia Divisional Commander speaking at the 25th graduation exercises of the William Booth Junior and Senior High school in Johnsonville, admonished parents to focus on the development of their minds, noting that when the minds of the younger generation are developed, the country will develop. “Let us take caution of the challenges we face as young people mostly when it comes to drugs. Our Country or rather society shall never develop if we are addicted to drugs,” the Salvation Army Monrovia Divisional Commander encourages the graduates of the William Booth High School. The Salvation Army Monrovia Divisional Commander concluded his message by these words to the over 200 graduates of the William Booth Junior and Senior High School located on the pipeline Road in Paynesville “As you go out as a TSA William Booth Alumni…. The Salvation Army Director of Education disclosed that each of the graduates has great qualities of being a wonderful personality in the future, but depend only on their continuous strive for excellence in the area of academic.

The Union of Liberian Muslims, a conglomerate of Mandingoes and Fulas, last Sunday, November 5, 2023, endorsed President Weah at a colorful program held at the Headquarters of the National Development Party (NDP) in Jacob Town. According to the Liberian Muslims, the decision is based on the enormous development initiatives President Weah undertook in his six-year term which they said all Liberians, including them, prefer to be continued to make Liberia an oasis of modernity. Addressing thousands of endorsers comprising of varying age groups of Muslims, President Weah described the endorsement as an expression of vote of confidence in his leadership to continue the excellent work he started. He said his relationship with the Muslims Community comes a long way, attributing it to the reason he continues to enjoy unprecedented Muslims support during past elections he participated him, such as in 2005, 2011 and 2017. The endorsement program was witnessed by an array of opinion leaders of the Liberian Muslims community as well as executives of the ruling CDC and the Campaign Committee.

The head of the Health Workers Union Bong County Chapter, Martha Morris, has accused Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah, the Minister of Health, of exerting influence over health workers to vote for President George Weah in the upcoming runoff election on November 14th. She alleges that banners with Minister Jallah’s pictures printed on them have been displayed, leading health workers to feel pressured to support Weah. She also claims that health workers have been marginalized and underpaid under the current administration compared to the previous administration led by President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. Minister Jallah denies the accusations and asserts that her campaign activities are separate from her role as Minister of Health. Morris’ concerns regarding the potential influence exerted on health workers in their voting decisions highlight yet another dimension of potential campaign finance violations.

Dr. George Manneh Weah has underscored the global importance of the United Nations (UN), exalting Liberia’s role in the formation of the organization 78 years ago. President Weah said the UN has continued to be the only platform that can uphold global peace and security. President Weah, therefore, used the occasion to reaffirm Liberia’s commitment to the aims, aspirations, and objectives of the UN today as it has been over the years. “Liberia therefore reaffirms its belief in the United Nations as the global platform on which the world will continue to experience peace, security and harmony,” President Weah pledged. He thanked the United Nations and other partners as well as friends for supporting the journey to sustainable democracy.

By CNN Staff |CNN — More than 10,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel launched its military offensive nearly a month ago, the Hamas-controlled health ministry in the Palestinian enclave said Monday. Israel retaliated by launching an air and ground offensive on Gaza, vowing to eliminate the militant group. CNN cannot independently verify the numbers released by the ministry in Gaza, which is sealed off by Israel and mostly sealed by Egypt. Thousands more Palestinians have been killed in Gaza in the last month than those who died in conflicts with Israel spanning over the last 15 years. The rising death toll as Israel’s bombardment campaign on the densely populated strip draws international condemnation.

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Protesters gathered at Freedom Plaza on Saturday afternoon and rallied around speakers who cried out against what they called a genocide in Gaza. Among the speakers was the rapper Macklemore, who told thousands of pro-Palestinian supporters he was “not afraid” to speak out against the war. “I know enough that this is a genocide.”Protesters banged drums, blew trumpets, flew Palestine’s flag and stormed across D.C. to speak out against the war. The Saturday rally saw thousands of Palestinian supporters calling out Biden by name, accusing him of genocide just outside the White House and waving profanity-laced signs attacking his support for Israel. (Brad Dress)Ann Mustafa, of Montgomery County, Md., called for an immediate cease-fire and a greater flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.