SWAL Goes To Primary For PUL ASG Position
A release from SWAL says, “the targeted position is the Assistant Secretary General of the PUL which is being eyed by two SWAL senior members, current Secretary General Julius Konton and former Vice President Moses Garzeawu”. According to the SWAL release, the planned primary is scheduled for September 14, 2022, at the Press Union of Liberia (PUL’s) Clay Street office beginning at 12:00noon. The primary is intended to have SWAL field and support a lone candidate for the said position. The President of the SWAL Kolubah Zayzay is encouraging all SWAL members to show up and be a part of the democratic process for the betterment of the professional body. It can be recalled that Garzeawu was defeated in the last PUL election as Assistant Secretary-General while Konton will be consisting the PUL election for the first time.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 13, 2022 12:01 UTC
Pres. Weah Consoles United Kingdom Over the Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Weah Consoles United Kingdom Over the Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth IIMONROVIA – President George Manneh Weah has sent Condolence Message to His Majesty King Charles III and The Right Honorable Liz Truss, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, on the unfortunate passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, which sad event took place on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at the age of 96. The Liberian Leader noted that the Late Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as one of the free world’s astute leaders, and a passionate force and champion for freedom, human rights, and international peace and stability. Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years. On the Queen’s death, Prince William and his wife, Catherine, became the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Cornwall. Russia’s President Vladimir Putin wished King Charles “courage and resilience in the face of this heavy, irreparable loss”.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 09, 2022 02:24 UTC
The Eisenhower Fellowships Launches Another Fellowship of the Late Dr. Gwenigale
The Eisenhower Fellowships Launches Another Fellowship of the Late Dr. GwenigaleMONROVIA – The Eisenhower Fellowships has given birth to its supplementary foundation, “Dr. Water Gwenigale Fellowship,” which will center its activities on honoring the legacy of extraordinary public servants and Eisenhower Fellows who follow his footstep. According to a release, the Dr. Water Gwenigale Fellow will be selected as part of the 2023 Global Program. The release noted that Dr. Water Gwenigale Eisenhower Fellowship is fully endowed with the support of the Hess Foundation’s interest in promoting public health and public service leadership. He returned his unused fund to Eisenhower Fellowship and headed back home to work and protect his hospital, family, and community.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 09, 2022 02:24 UTC
Obsession with the Presidency: The Case of Alexander Benedict Cummings
It shows a desperate obsession and blind ambition in his drive to pursue the Liberian presidency. For Cummings to harp on this unfortunate incident in President Weah’s outstanding football career is political desperation. But Alexander Benedict Cummings did not think he would get a swift and effective response from the President. Cummings’ charge that President Weah supported LURD and MODEL is horrific and could be based upon manufactured evidence and or a convoluted sense of reasoning. The headbutt dredging and scurrilous charge of President Weah supporting rebel groups are politically motivated.
Source:Daily Observer
September 08, 2022 13:17 UTC
President Weah Requests Audience with U.S. VP Kamala Harris Ahead of Visit to UN General Assembly
The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia presents its compliments to the United States Department of State and has the honor to inform that H.E. Kamala D. Harris, Vice President of the United States The meeting will provide an opportunity to reaffirm the strong and vital relationship between the United States and Liberia. When contacted, the Liberian Embassy in Washington D.C. could not confirm nor deny the communication. Other members of the delegation included Representatives Joyce Marie Beatty, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, representing Ohio’s 3rd congressional district, George Kenneth Butterfield Jr. of the 1st congressional district of North Carolina and Ami Bera, California’s 7th congressional district. Others include Reps. Ilhan Omar, Minnesota’s 5th congressional district and the first naturalized American citizen born on African soil (Somalia) to serve in Congress, Brenda Lawrence, Michigan 14th congressional district and Troy Anthony Carter of Louisiana’s 2nd congressional district.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 08, 2022 07:48 UTC
Liberia: TipMe Liberia Wins Reputable Banks and Fintech Award in the UK
Monrovia – TipMe Liberia won the Emerging Fintech Award at the 2022 Reputable Banks & Fintech Awards (RBFA) held in the United Kingdom in June. TipMe has been selected amongst the top 50 most reputable Bank & Fintech institutions in Africa. The selection process is based on polls from the public and customers to honor and celebrate deserving Banks and Fintech Institutions that are moving Africa’s rapidly transforming financial sector. With a unique array of services ranging from money transfer, international remittance, bill payment services, and much more, TipMe Liberia has led the way in revolutionizing the digital payment space since its launch in 2020. The TipMe brand is focused on developing and growing a cashless ecosystem.
Source:Front Page Africa
September 08, 2022 07:08 UTC
Dr. Joseph Saye Guannu: An Appreciation
By Aaron WeahIn July 2021, I visited Dr. Joseph Saye Guannu at his home in Sanniquellie, Nimba County, for two days in a row – the 9th and 10th. Dr. Guannu was assigned a few chapters, as were other academics. By July 2021, I had not seen Dr. Guannu for a few years. Dr. Guannu was once a cultural symbol of his native Nimba— one of the first to acquire a PhD. LegacyThough neglected at the end of his life, Dr. Guannu’s legacy is augured: his books will remain standard texts of Liberian history.
Source:Daily Observer
September 07, 2022 07:35 UTC
UN Renews Commitment for 2023 Elections in Liberia
-As Internal Affairs Minister Meets with Top UN OfficialsThe United Nations, through its Peacebuilding Support Office and the Liberia Configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission, has renewed its commitment to support Liberia’s peacebuilding priorities, especially the 2023 Legislative and Presidential Elections. During the engagements, Sirleaf stressed that full support by the United Nations and all partners to the 2023 Presidential and Legislative elections was critical for sustaining the peacebuilding gains made over the years in Liberia. Responding, Spehar assured that Liberia remains a priority country and can count on the strong partnership of the UN Peacebuilding Support Office and the Peacebuilding Commission. Spehar also noted that the Peacebuilding Support Office and the Peacebuilding Commission will continue to support the conduct of peaceful and inclusive elections in Liberia, which she described as a necessity for the consolidation of democracy and peace in Liberia. Eneström disclosed that plans are underway for the conduct of a PBC Liberian Configuration meeting in October, exclusively on the 2023 elections.
Source:Daily Observer
September 06, 2022 20:33 UTC
Liberia: CBL Launches Awareness on Currency Reform
The launch, which took place on September 1, in Gbarnga, Bong County, is aimed at educating the public about the new currency reform process that is currently ongoing. The reform is inconsistent with the May 6, 2021, Joint Resolution of the National Legislature authorizing the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) to print and mint the new family of Liberian currency totalling L$48.734 billion. The Joint Resolution also mandated the CBL to put in place adequate logistics and governance arrangements, including appropriate procedures, internal controls, and compliance functions, to ensure the integrity and transparency of the currency reform process. He noted that the international partners’ support has helped the country to maintain macroeconomic stability over the years. However, he was glad that CBL under Governor Tarlue’s leadership and development partners for the reform process.
Source:Daily Observer
September 02, 2022 19:47 UTC
Liberia: House Cites NEC Over Biometric Registration Process
NEC recently announced the use of a biometric voter-identification system to prevent electoral fraud and chaos, which has marred previous elections. The move comes as NEC has for years been under pressure to dash its optical manual registration (OMR) system. Representative Dennis seeks the indulgence of her colleagues to allow the Chairperson of NEC appears before the full Plenary to explain more about the biometric registration process. The Montserrado lawmaker said in as much as biometric registration may be a good thing, she believes that the country's electoral system is not yet prepared to absorb it. The Montserrado Lawmaker averred that lack of understanding of such a system could result in denial of service to citizens from exercising their constitutional rights.
Source:Daily Observer
September 02, 2022 16:46 UTC
Liberia: How Logging Benefits Some Communities in Lofa
The Kpayarquelleh Community Clinic sits on a hill in the town whose name it bears. It is supported by community leaders with funds they generate from a logging concession signed between the government of Liberia and Alpha Logging and Wood Processing Company. "We are doing this because the funds are logging benefits we get from Alpha. By law, towns and villages affected by logging concessions signed between the government and companies are entitled to benefits from their forests. Apart from the clinic, Salayea and Zorzor have seen a dozen projects conducted with logging money between 2016 and last year that cost more than US$75,000.
Source:Daily Observer
September 01, 2022 20:35 UTC
Liberia: NEC to Use Biometric System for 2023 Voter Registration
.... “The advantages of biometric voter registration include prevention of multiple voter registrations, ensuring that there is the accuracy of the information collected and creation of voter identification for each voter,” the NEC boss said. The biometric system would help to better secure votero rolls and the integrity of the elections process: voter registration, voter verification, and the transmission of results. “The advantages of biometric voter registration include prevention of multiple voter registrations, ensuring that there is the accuracy of information collected and creation of voter identification for each voter,” the NEC boss said. Regarding regulations for voter registration, the NEC boss said the Commission has reviewed and is finalizing the regulations to be used during the voter registration period. Voter Registration Procurement ProcessesShe reported that the voter registration procurement activities are in progress following the approval of the procurement plan by the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC).
Source:Daily Observer
September 01, 2022 05:35 UTC
PREVAIL Begins Clinical Research on Lassa Fever Study Vaccine
The Partnership for Research on Vaccines and Infectious Diseases in Liberia (PREVAIL), a joint Liberia-United States research partnership, has launched a Phase I clinical study to evaluate a candidate Lassa fever vaccine in adults of good health in Liberia. Lassa fever is a viral disease found in rats living in West Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 80% of infected individuals with the Lassa virus have no symptoms. PREVAIL physician Dr. Mark Kieh will lead the Lassa fever vaccine study at the Redemption Hospital which will last for 14 months. “The prospect of developing a vaccine that will prevent Lassa fever is a great step forward,” says Dr. Kieh.
Source:Daily Observer
September 01, 2022 04:55 UTC
Liberia: Pentecostal Assemblies of the World Ordained Several Pastors, Evangelists
MONROVIA – The Liberia West African Council 35th Episcopal District, Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW) with headquarters on Front Street in Monrovia recently ordained OVER 22 pastors and evangelists at the edifice of the Village of Hope Apostolic Church located in Careysburg outside Monrovia. They include District Elder Hamilton, District Elder Nathaniel G. Flomo of the Village of Hope, District Elder Martian Muller of the Miracle Praise and worship, Evangelist Ellen G. Flomo Village of Hope Apostolic Church, Evangelist Rachel R.Q Sunday Village of Hope Apostolic Church, Minister David B. Sunday Village of Hope Apostolic Church, Evangelists Victoria Kalion Village of Hope Apostolic Church, District Elder, Joseph Nimely of the Calvary Church of Hope, District Elder Robert W.S Bullo, of the Calvary Church of Hope, Elder Joseph Morris Calvary Church of Hope, and Peter S. Pewee Calvary Church of Hope among others. Speaking minute after the ordination ceremony, the Bishop Dr. Leo Simpson Diocesan Bishop of the Liberia West African Council 35th Episcopal District, Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW) lauded the candidates for their dedicated services to their re4spective churches. Bishop Simpson also said the ordination of the Pastors and evangelists was is in fulfillment of the holy bible which commands Christians to go into the world and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. They added that they will always seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit in his endeavors to meet the many challenges ahead.
Source:Front Page Africa
August 18, 2022 17:08 UTC
‘Despite Hard Economy, Invest in Child’s Education’ – Madam Salome Chenoway
MONROVIA — The guest speaker of the Ed-Mol Memorial Baptist school says parents should not be deterred by the immense economic hardship and avoid investing in their kids’ education. Observe their behaviors and attitude, ensuring they are doing the right things and interacting with the right people,” Madam Chenoway. The Baptist guest speaker also urges Teachers to be effective and passionate about the work they do. Furthermore, Madam Chenoway says early education is important for children so as to provide stimulation of growth and brain development, guiding children to learn at their own pace and be best prepared for the next step. She also told them to consider timeliness as they grow along the education ladder, “Do your best while your parents and teachers are doing theirs.”
Source:Front Page Africa
August 18, 2022 11:50 UTC