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Officials of CSA in group photo with NBC’s official following the personnel audit findings presentation.

The visa pauses, announced by the U.S. State Department and set to take effect on January 21, 2026, affects immigrant visa applicants from 75 countries, including Liberia. Within weeks, citizens of all three A3 countries found themselves among those affected by Washington's immigrant visa pause. Interviews for immigrant visas will continue, but final issuance is paused pending new U.S. guidelines. On the other hand, Liberia's inclusion in the immigrant visa pause underscores the fragility of gains made on one front when geopolitical tensions rise on another. Whether the visa pause will be short-lived or evolve into a more enduring restriction remains unclear.

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The “United Girls” of Nimba raced to a commanding 3–0 home run lead, punishing Cape Mount with a series of powerful home runs that silenced the Cape Mount supporters’ section. However, the “Cassava Leaf Girls” of Grand Cape Mount refused to be intimidated. Cape Mount displayed nerves of steel, securing two home runs while Nimba’s offense sputtered at the most critical moment. Margibi Edges Grand Kru in Defensive MasterclassThe first semifinal was a stark contrast in style but equal in intensity. Margibi County and Grand Kru County locked horns in a tactical stalemate that saw both defenses dominate.

By: Christopher C.Walker 0777898224/0886723075 [email protected]Nimba’s Five-Star PerformanceIn the day’s early kickoff, Nimba County, a perennial heavyweights of the tournament left no room for doubt, crushing Margibi County 5–1. Grand Kru’s Late SurgeThe second semifinal saw Grand Kru County overcome a resilient opposition Grand Cape Mount with a 3–0 victory that was far closer than the scoreline suggests. As the clock ticked down and their opponents threw caution to the wind in search of an equalizer, Grand Kru exploited the resulting gaps. The victory showcased the defensive discipline and counter-attacking lethality that has become the hallmark of the Grand Kru side this season. The date for the grand final is January 18, with thousands of fans from the hinterland expected to descend upon Paynesville for the crowning of the new champions.

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Left, Josiah Cea, the Captain of Nimba County, and James Tarpeh, right, are both celebrating their victory over Margibi County. Photo Credit: Mariama Jalloh

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Kyanja High School, located in Uganda, has been named the winner of the 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Global High Schools – Sub-Saharan Africa category. Dr. Lamya Fawwaz, Executive Director of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, praised the school’s achievement: “The Zayed Sustainability Prize recognises young people who are creating practical solutions that strengthen their communities. The Zayed Sustainability Prize honours organisations and high schools driving impactful and innovative solutions across the categories of Health, Food, Energy, Water, Climate Action, and Global High Schools. Since 2013, the Prize has awarded 68 high schools under its Global High Schools category from countries in the following regions: The Americas, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East & North Africa, Europe & Central Asia, South Asia, and East Asia & Pacific. To date, the Prize’s Global High Schools winners have impacted the lives of over 56,599 students and 480,660 people in their wider communities.

Monrovia — A team of investors from the United States has arrived in Liberia for a one-week business development and medical mission aimed at exploring investment opportunities across key sectors. Investors Express CommitmentDuring a meeting with VP Koung, David M. Webster emphasized his firm’s readiness to bring major projects to Liberia. Healthcare, Agriculture, and Energy FocusDr. Nyaquoi Kargbo, a Liberian physician and malaria behavioral change specialist, highlighted plans to invest in mining, energy, and agriculture. “We want to add value to agriculture, improve energy access, and ensure our investments benefit Liberians,” Dr. Kargbo said. Meanwhile, the delegation will continue its engagement today and is expected to meet with President Joseph Boakai before its departure.

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“Leadership, at its core, must be anchored in honest intention and demonstrated through actions that reflect the collective aspirations of the people,” he wrote. The letter takes particular aim at governance practices within public institutions, including the Ministry of Labour, which Tengbeh says has drifted from its mandate to protect workers’ rights. He alleges selective enforcement, tolerated corruption, and administrative inconsistency, contending that practices once condemned have now become normalized. Beyond labor governance, Tengbeh raises concerns about nepotism, favoritism, and elitism across public offices, claiming loyalty is often prioritized over competence. Addressing not only the President but also the broader public, Tengbeh urges Liberians to resist civic silence and demand transparency and accountability.

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