Liberia: Cape Mount Lauded for Exceptional Sportsmanship In 2025/2026 County Meet
MONROVIA – Citizens of Grand Cape Mount County are receiving high praise for their exemplary sportsmanship and unwavering unity during the recently concluded 2025/2026 National County Sports Meet. The protest was ultimately upheld in favor of Grand Cape Mount a victory Fahnbuleh credited not just to the legal team, but to the solidarity of the county. “Let this spirit of unity, dedication, and sportsmanship guide us as we continue to elevate Grand Cape Mount County in all areas of development,” he concluded. The National County Sports Meet remains Liberia’s most prestigious sporting event, designed to foster national reconciliation and social cohesion. This year, the conduct of Grand Cape Mount stands out as a testament to the tournament’s core values.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 27, 2026 13:47 UTC
The Future of Digital Transformation in Qatar’s Banking Sector
As Qatar prepares to host the highly anticipated Web Summit Qatar 2026, QNB Group, the Lead Sponsor and strategic partner of the summit, is reaffirming its position as a driving force behind the country’s digital transformation journey. By uniting decades of financial expertise with cutting-edge innovation, QNB is helping shape Qatar into the region’s premier fintech hub, fully aligned with the ambitions of Qatar National Vision 2030. “Digital transformation is not just about adopting technology but about reimagining banking as a catalyst for growth and resilience,” said Fatma Al Baker, Executive Vice President, Infrastructure Services, QNB Group. “The future of banking in Qatar depends on institutions that can balance stability with agility,” added Al Baker. Visit QNB at Web Summit Qatar 2026At Web Summit Qatar 2026, QNB will host a dedicated exhibition and thought leadership sessions featuring insights from its innovation and infrastructure teams.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 27, 2026 13:33 UTC
Liberia: Boakai Pushes Port, Aviation Reforms as Presidency Weighs Port Decentralization Bills
MONROVIA — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has announced plans to de-monopolize the Freeport of Monrovia, signaling a major shift in Liberia’s port operations even as his administration weighs whether to approve or veto controversial port decentralization legislation. “The National Port Authority remains a critical gateway to Liberia’s economy,” President Boakai said. International development expert Ambulah Mamey explained that APM Terminals’ concession gives top priority to containerized cargo, not bulk cargo such as rice, cement, and heavy equipment. “As a result, bulk cargo ships sometimes wait for weeks—sometimes up to three months—for APMT to finish container offloading,” Mamey said. On public transportation, President Boakai acknowledged longstanding neglect at the National Transit Authority (NTA) but said reforms are underway.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
Liberia: Pres. Boakai Endorses FC BEA Mountain’s Planned High-Tech Football Academies in Bong, Cape Mount, Montserrado to Revolutionize Youth Sports
By Christopher C. Walker, [email protected]FC BEA Mountain, a Liberia Football Association First Division club, is owned by Bea Mountain Mining Corporation (BMMC), which operates in Kinjor, Grand Cape Mount County. To ensure accessibility, FC BEA Mountain announced that all registered participants will receive official training kits free of charge. Innovation Through AI and Genetic ScienceIn a first for domestic football in West Africa, FC BEA Mountain will introduce advanced sports science into player development. The footage will be processed and uploaded to a proprietary FC BEA Mountain app, allowing coaches and international scouts to monitor player development through real-time analytics. Infrastructure and Global AmbitionsThe club’s long-term roadmap includes international exposure for players through participation in European youth tournaments and the launch of the FC BEA Mountain Cup, envisioned as a premier continental youth competition.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 27, 2026 12:56 UTC
ECOWAS: Halting A Drift Towards Disintegration and Looming Civil War in Guinea-Bissau
But he is not alone in the “unconstitutional change of government.” Junta leaders and elected civilians have perfected “constitutional and electoral coups” in Africa. Military coups are an aberration, but are not the only form of unconstitutional change of government rejected by ECOWAS rules. In contrast, after the junta has demanded the withdrawal of ECOWAS forces from Guinea-Bissau and shunned a regional military delegation, the estimated 500-strong ECOWAS Sustainability Support Mission (ESSMGB) are sitting ducks in that country with no clear directive from ECOWAS. The transitional Charter, adopted shortly after the coup, bars the junta leaders, including General Inta-A, from running in the transition election. ECOWAS requires urgent redemption and reinvention, and Nigeria should step up as the regional hegemon.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 27, 2026 12:50 UTC
A Cultural Moment That United the Arab World as Media City Qatar’s ‘Qatar SoundBeat’ Continues to Reach Millions Beyond Football’s Biggest Regional Stage
The song, performed by the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, brings together 68 musicians and the sounds of 30 instruments in a rich orchestral arrangement. ‘Nabd Qatar’ draws inspiration from the nation’s defining sounds, familiar across the GCC, beginning with Ardha sword dance chants written by H.E. The lyrics, drafted by Abdullah Khaled Abdulquddus, are rooted in thousands of public contributions gathered during Media City Qatar’s Guinness World Record-setting ‘Qatar ArtBeat’ campaign for Qatar National Day 2024. Media City Qatar used this moment to send a clear message to the region’s creative community: The future of Arab media is being shaped here. Every detail was crafted with intention, from phonetic elements that echo a heartbeat to the collective effort of dozens of technicians across multiple disciplines that brought the composition to life.”Dr. Nasser Sahim, Deputy Executive Director of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, said: “Performing ‘Nabd Qatar’ was an honor for the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 27, 2026 10:51 UTC
Boakai’s Third SONA Signals Progress, But the Hardest Tests Lie Ahead
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Source:Daily Observer
January 27, 2026 07:13 UTC
Boakai Remains Resolute in Pursuing Capitol Arson Case
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Source:Daily Observer
January 27, 2026 06:48 UTC
Liberia: Accounting for Two Years of Stewardship - Boakai Begins Year 3 With a Laundry List of Progress
Later on Monday, January 26, 2026, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr delivers his third Annual Message to the Legislature. Truth being told, the Boakai Administration has made significant gains in lots of sectors, yet in the face of several daunting challenges. An old-aged problem of teacher's workforce stabilization and development witnessed significant progress over the past two year of the Boakai-administration. Below are some of the progress and gains made in this direction:Construction of Model schools in Bong, Margibi, and Nimba. And the Administration has been relentless in showcasing these gains and progress, sector by sector and as drawn across various government ministries, agencies and public corporations.
Source:Daily Observer
January 26, 2026 22:49 UTC
Liberia: Boakai's Consequential 3rd Year
When President Boakai took office in January 2024, he inherited a country grappling with economic fragility, institutional fatigue, and a bruised international image. A veteran statesman with decades of public service, Boakai campaigned on restoring integrity, rebuilding trust in governance, and "rescuing" Liberia from systemic drift. The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) increased collections from US$612 million in 2023 to approximately US$825 million in 2025, a historic high. President Boakai campaigned heavily on integrity and accountability, raising expectations for a tougher stance on corruption. As President Boakai delivers his third SONA, Liberians will be listening not just for achievements, but for clarity -- timelines, priorities, and accountability mechanisms.
Source:Daily Observer
January 26, 2026 21:55 UTC
Call for Pitchers for BlueInvest Africa 2026 is Now Open!
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 26 Janurary 2026 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The fourth edition of BlueInvest Africa lands in Cape Town, South Africa in November 2026 — and the call for pitchers is now open until 13/02/2026. Since 2022, BlueInvest Africa has supported over 80 innovative startups, selected from more than 700 applications, and connected them with 40+ investors committed to ocean impact across Africa. Credits: European CommissionApply now:https://vc4a.com/blue-invest/blueinvest-africa-2026-south-africa/?lang=enJoin the conversationLinkedIn Group:https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14605645Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of BlueInvest Africa 2026. BackgroundOrganised by the European Union, in partnership with the Government of South Africa, BlueInvest Africa 2026 will bring together African blue economy entrepreneurs and international investors. The post Call for Pitchers for BlueInvest Africa 2026 is Now Open!
Source:GNN Liberia
January 26, 2026 21:54 UTC
Senegal transforms the childbirth experience through WHO‑recommended care models
Behind this progress, however, a more complex reality persisted: in many health facilities, women continued to experience childbirth marked by fear, lack of information and impersonal health care. “Every woman deserves to experience childbirth in dignity and safety. “Collaboration between the Ministry of Health, health districts and WHO is essential to scaling up these good practices.”For Tina, the change was tangible: “My baby was born in joy, not fear. I am leaving with a light heart.” A testimony that shows how humane health care transforms lives — one pregnancy, one birth, one family at a time. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on World Health OrganisationThe post Senegal transforms the childbirth experience through WHO‑recommended care models appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 26, 2026 21:54 UTC
Former Mines Minister Murray, Others Cited in Controversial 53.34-Carat Diamond Case
The Ministry’s action follows a mandate from the Supreme Court and a subsequent order from the Civil Law Court of Montserrado County. Kamara is seeking full compliance with a prior Supreme Court directive regarding the ownership and handling of the significant find. Among those named in the proceedings are former Minister of Mines and Energy Gesler E. Murray, former Assistant Minister Emmanuel Swen, and Mustapha Tounkara, President of the Diamond Dealers Association. While the court ordered the enforcement of the mandate against these individuals, former Justice Minister Cllr. Many Liberians view the diamond case as a symbol of the alleged misconduct and lack of transparency that characterized previous resource management.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 26, 2026 21:54 UTC
Boakai Reports Record Growth and Historic Revenue Gains in 2026 SONA
President Boakai attributed these gains to disciplined fiscal management and sound economic policies that have begun restoring international confidence. He noted that as of 2024, the economy showed resilience with steady growth, declining inflation, and renewed momentum across key sectors. Growth Exceeds Forecasts as Inflation TumblesLiberia’s 5.1 percent growth in 2025 outperformed both the initial 4.6 percent forecast and the 4.0 percent growth recorded in 2024. A Historic Revenue MilestonePresident Boakai described the 2025 donor fluctuations as a wake-up call that accelerated domestic reforms. Economic Outlook: 2026–2028President Boakai concluded with an optimistic forecast, projecting sustained growth above 5 percent in 2026 and an average of 6 percent through 2028.
Source:GNN Liberia
January 26, 2026 21:54 UTC
Liberia: Boakai Declares Liberia “In Better Shape” as He Unveils Aggressive Legislative Push in Third SONA
CAPITOL HILL, Monrovia — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai says Liberia is in a stronger position today than it was a year ago, citing progress across key sectors and vowing to press ahead with sweeping legislative and governance reforms. Warning on Pending BillsWhile commending lawmakers for past achievements, President Boakai warned that delays in passing critical pending legislation could undermine reform efforts. “Delays in passing these measures will weaken the reforms needed for economic growth and institutional integrity,” he cautioned. He also confirmed that his administration has issued 16 Executive Orders to advance governance, economic, and social priorities. “Each action, whether by law or order, was taken for one purpose: the benefit of the Liberian people,” he said.
Source:Front Page Africa
January 26, 2026 18:39 UTC