Liberia: LACRA Finalizes National Oil Palm Policy As Acting Director General Takes Liberia’s Coffee Diplomacy to Ethiopia
The new policy introduces a long-overdue “fair play” system for the oil palm sector—similar to the regulatory frameworks that have helped structure Liberia’s cocoa and coffee value chains. The National Oil Palm Policy directly addresses these gaps by setting standards that balance farmer welfare, investment confidence, and national economic interest. “For too long, Liberia’s oil palm sector has operated without a clear, predictable regulatory framework. “The National Oil Palm Policy is a bold and necessary reform. At the summit, DG Saryee is expected to showcase Liberica coffee, Liberia’s indigenous variety, positioning it as a premium product for international buyers and specialty markets.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 20:47 UTC
Liberian Businesswoman Cries Out as AFL Targets US$1.5M Investment for Demolition
Claims of No Prior NoticeSpeaking to reporters at her residence, Madam Morsay said she was never notified by AFL authorities about any planned eviction, which she believes violates her rights as a Liberian businesswoman. “I am not on AFL property. Disputed OwnershipMadam Morsay stated that at no point during her decade-long occupation was she informed that the land belonged to the AFL. Authorities disclosed that during the voluntary evacuation period, the AFL Engineering Battalion will begin erecting physical barricades to clearly demarcate military property. The Ministry noted that Camp Ramrod has been illegally occupied since the Liberian Civil War, and that repeated efforts to reclaim the property have failed.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 19:21 UTC
Liberia: Monitor Group Cautions Against Controversial Award of Nine Oil Blocks to Five Foreign Firms
According to LEW-WATCH, Liberia’s oil industry is still grappling with unresolved concerns surrounding the award of Blocks LB-15, LB-16, LB-22, and LB-24 to Atlas Oranto Petroleum Liberia Limited. The concerns come as the government intensifies efforts to revive Liberia’s offshore petroleum sector, which has remained largely dormant despite decades of licensing agreements. The watchdog argued that such a business profile does not meet the technical requirements for offshore oil exploration. The watchdog said it was unable to find sufficient publicly available information on Tarrock Integrated Oil & Gas. To strengthen oversight, Liberia established the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA) to regulate and supervise petroleum activities.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 16:06 UTC
Liberia: Ex-Bong Senator Yallah Reportedly Considers District Two Comeback in 2029
MONROVIA – Former Bong County Senator Henry Yallah is reportedly considering a bid for the House of Representatives seat in Electoral District Two in 2029. Yallah, who won a senatorial seat in 2011 before losing it to current Senator Prince Moye, is said to be engaging in wide-ranging consultations both within District Two and beyond. Community leaders, youth groups, loyalists of the ex-Bong County senator, and ordinary residents are reportedly taking part in the discussions as they assess what Yallah’s candidacy could mean for local representation and political balance in the district. Supporters of the former senator argue that District Two stands to benefit from his legislative experience and national exposure. Critics contend that a former senator seeking a representative seat may be perceived as a step down, potentially weakening Yallah’s political standing and influence.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 14:56 UTC
Liberia: TDA Ends Fifth Student Internship Program as 63 Bong County Students Gain Skills and Financial Support
Bong County –The Thompson Development Alliance (TDA) has ended the fifth edition of its Students Internship Program (SIP) 2025, reaffirming its long standing commitment to youth empowerment and human capital development in Salala and Konowolala Administrative Districts, Bong County. The one-month internship program enrolled 63 outgoing senior students drawn from seven high schools across Salala and Konowolala Districts. The Students Internship Program is tailored to equip outgoing high school students with employable skills, strong work ethics, financial literacy and practical experience that cannot be fully achieved in the classroom alone. He reaffirmed TDA’s commitment to sustaining and expanding the internship program in the coming years. Since its inception in 2021, the Students Internship Program has been implemented for five consecutive years, benefiting more than 400 outgoing senior students across Bong County and beyond.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 14:37 UTC
Commerce Minister Dagoseh Pledges Continued Support for Kickball Federation
MONROVIA – Commerce and Industry Minister Magdalene Dagoseh has reaffirmed her commitment to the growth of kickball in Liberia, assuring the Liberia Kickball Federation (LKF) of her ministry’s continued backing for the women-dominated sport at both national and regional levels. During the meeting, Minister Dagoseh emphasized her passion for women’s empowerment, describing kickball as an essential platform for promoting female participation, leadership, and unity. For his part, President Whea lauded the Minister for her visible presence during the recently concluded National County Sports Meet. The LKF president also briefed Minister Dagoseh on the federation’s upcoming trip to Freetown, Sierra Leone. Minister Dagoseh welcomed the regional initiative, encouraging the federation to remain steadfast in using the sport as a tool for fostering regional cooperation.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 13:56 UTC
In Israel-Palestine Conflict, Foreign Minister Nyanti Reaffirms Liberia’s Support for Two-State Solution
“Liberia’s own experience reminds us that silencing guns matters, but peace does not come from silence of the guns alone. Addressing the protracted Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Nyanti said, “Liberia continues to support a negotiated two-state solution consistent with relevant Security Council resolutions. Security that lacks political legitimacy cannot endure.”The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one of the world’s longest-running disputes, driven by competing claims over land, identity, and sovereignty. “Liberia stands ready to work with all council members for sustainable peace in the Middle East,” she declared. The Liberian Foreign Minister placed children at the center of her remarks, describing them as the most unforgivable victims of war.
Source:Front Page Africa
February 02, 2026 13:36 UTC
KEEP Liberia’s PlayFest Champions Childhood Learning
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Source:Daily Observer
February 02, 2026 12:23 UTC
Wethungerhilfe, CHAP Launch Climate-Resilient Rice Project
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Source:Daily Observer
February 02, 2026 12:18 UTC
EOB Defends Commerce Minister’s Record of Service
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Source:Daily Observer
February 02, 2026 12:13 UTC
Liberia to Host High-Stakes Regional Monetary Discussion
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Source:Daily Observer
February 02, 2026 12:03 UTC
Agenda 2063 and the Quiet Misallocation of Africa’s Future
Another anniversary of Agenda 2063; Africa’s most ambitious collective promise. Conceived and stewarded by Africa’s political union, the African Union, Agenda 2063 articulated a fifty-year horizon for integration, prosperity, and peace. The AU remains the architect and custodian of Agenda 2063. This pressure around Agenda 2063 is too often framed as technical. When that recalibration occurs, Agenda 2063 ceases to be a beautiful promise.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 02, 2026 11:43 UTC
Abandoned & Unsafe: How a Defunct Rice Milling Facility in Kakata Became a Public Threat
The Fabrar Milling Company, a rice processing facility located in Kakata, has been abandoned since mid-2022, leaving behind deteriorating infrastructure, overgrown surroundings, and a growing sense of danger for communities living around the site. “The place has been abandoned completely,” said a resident of the Old Cassava Market Community, which lies close to the milling site. A Community Left BehindFor residents living near the abandoned facility, the consequences are immediate and daily. Beyond fears of crime and wildlife, former workers say they are still owed compensation, while the wider community has lost what was once Margibi County’s only rice milling facility. For now, the abandoned milling plant in Kakata stands as a reminder that development without enforcement can leave communities paying the price long after investors walk away.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 02, 2026 11:11 UTC
Wethungerhilfe & CHAP LaunchClimate-Resilient Rice Project to Strengthen Food Security in Liberia
Funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the project aims to promote climate-resilient rice production and processing, strengthen a market-oriented rice sector, and contribute to food and nutrition security, improved livelihoods, and inclusive economic growth. Key stakeholders in attendance included the Liberia Land Authority, National Rice Federation of Liberia (NRFL), Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), local authorities, agribusinesses, and other rice value-chain actors. Partners commended the project’s strong implementation design, active youth participation, and its contribution to sustainability and national ownership in Liberia’s rice sector. The project is 75% financed by BMZ and 25% by WHH, with additional support for project management, compliance, reporting, and institutional capacity strengthening for CHAP. The workshop concluded with renewed commitments from all partners to collaborate, uphold accountability, and deliver lasting results for smallholder farmers—contributing to Liberia’s food security and long-term economic stability.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 02, 2026 10:40 UTC
Umm Al Qura for Development & Construction Company launches unified digital platform for developers in Masar Destination
During its participation in the Future Real Estate Forum 2026. Umm Al Qura for Development & Construction Company, the owner, developer, and operator of Masar Destination, announced the launch of a unified digital platform for property ownership within the destination through approved developers. The new digital platform provides accurate and up-to-date information in both Arabic and English about all approved developers within Masar destination, thus enhancing transparency and establishing high levels of regulation within an integrated urban system. Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Yasser Abuateek, Chief Executive Officer of Umm Al Qura for Development & Construction Company, said, “The launch of the unified digital ownership platform at Masar is a strategic step toward enhancing transparency and innovation in the real estate sector. It also strengthens confidence in the real estate market by offering diverse options that meet residents’ needs within a modern and sustainable urban environment.”Spanning over 1.2 million square meters, Masar Destination is the largest urban project in Makkah.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 02, 2026 09:59 UTC