‘MNG Gold Bribed Them’
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Source:Daily Observer
February 12, 2026 07:23 UTC
Rethinking the Role of the Youth and Sports Ministry
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Source:Daily Observer
February 12, 2026 07:23 UTC
Senegal Launches AgriConnect Compact to Transform its Agriculture Sector
Washington, USA, 11 February 2026 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The Government of Senegal, in partnership with the World Bank Group, today announced the launch of the AgriConnect Senegal Compact. By 2029, the AgriConnect Compact aims to achieve more than 90% food security at the national level and create 800,000 formal jobs in the agricultural sector. “AgriConnect is a model platform for structuring a pipeline of projects related to the National Transformation Agenda. “The AgriConnect Pact aims to concretely transform the lives of our populations,” said Mabouba Diagne, Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Livestock. ContactsAt the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Livestock of Senegal:Penda Mbow,(221) 77 274 52 37mbowpendarts@gmail.comAt the World Bank Group in Dakar:Seydina Alioune Djigo,+221 77 442 66 70sdjigo@worldbankgroup.orgThe post Senegal Launches AgriConnect Compact to Transform its Agriculture Sector appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 12, 2026 03:08 UTC
World Bank Champions Liberia’s Energy Future as New Monitoring Unit Launches to Drive Universal Access
By James T. BrooksThe World Bank has formally signaled its support for Liberia’s ambitious energy transformation following the official launch of the Liberia Energy Compact Delivery and Monitoring Unit (CDMU). Liberia’s National Energy Compact represents a far-reaching commitment to its citizens, initially endorsed by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai at the Mission 300 (M300) Africa Energy Summit in Tanzania. The roadmap is centered on a primary objective: scaling up energy access to reach 75 percent of the Liberian population within a five-year window. This partnership builds on a foundation of existing success, where World Bank financing has already facilitated energy access for over 800,000 Liberians. Moving forward, the Bank’s engagement will continue through the Liberia Energy Sector Strengthening and Access Project (LESSAP), which aims to provide electricity to an additional 1.25 million people.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 11, 2026 20:14 UTC
Liberian Government Reaffirms Infrastructure Commitment with Nationwide Road and Bridge Expansion
By Amos HarrisThe Government of Liberia has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to national connectivity and economic transformation through the progression of major road and bridge projects across the country. Other critical projects include the New Georgia Estate Road, Jahtono Road in Brewerville, and the streets of Foya City. Key sites include the Grand Bassa Community College Bridge, the Cestos River Bridge, the Kpayekwelleh Bridge connecting Bong and Gbarpolu Counties, and the Clay Ashland Bridge in Montserrado County. On the regional front, Minister Piah announced that procurement processes are being finalized for the 50-kilometer Barclayville–Sass Town Road. Similarly, rehabilitation work on the Freeport to St. Paul Bridge Road is set to resume.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 11, 2026 20:04 UTC
President Boakai Announces Plan to Recruit 600 Soldiers by 2029 Amidst National Debate on Priorities
By Amos HarrisPresident Joseph Nyuma Boakai has unveiled an ambitious plan to recruit 600 new personnel into the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) between 2026 and 2029. While the administration frames the move as a necessary step for national security, it has already sparked intense discussion regarding the government’s financial capacity and its broader developmental priorities. During his keynote address, President Boakai characterized the recruitment drive as a central component of a reform agenda designed to address attrition and the aging profile of the current force. Beyond the recruitment goals, President Boakai pledged to improve the living standards of those already in uniform. On the issue of institutional reform, President Boakai reiterated his commitment to increasing female participation within the AFL.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 11, 2026 20:04 UTC
Barclay Training Center, Monrovia, Liberia
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Source:Daily Observer
February 11, 2026 18:03 UTC
World Governments Summit 2027 Date Announced, Following Largest-Ever Global Participation
A Global Platform Convening Global LeadersHeld in Dubai from 3 to 5 February, the World Governments Summit 2026 convened decision-makers, thought leaders and experts from across sectors, reinforcing the summit’s role as a global platform for shaping the future of governance. This unprecedented gathering featured representatives from more than 150 governments, over 700 CEOs, more than 500 ministers, and 60 heads of state. It also welcomed more than 87 Nobel laureates and internationally recognised scientists, alongside 80+ international organisations and research centres. Presidents and other global leaders convened to engage in high-profile strategic discussions. High-Impact Announcements and Strategic MilestonesDuring its 13th edition, the summit hosted more than 445 dialogue sessions involving over 450 global figures, alongside 25 global forums and more than 45 ministerial and high-level meetings.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 11, 2026 08:52 UTC
The Education Collaborative Joins Africa.com Knowledge Partner Network to Advance Education Leadership Across Africa
Founded and convened at Ashesi University, The Education Collaborative brings together educators, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners from across the continent to share evidence-based approaches and practical solutions to Africa’s most pressing education challenges. Through this partnership, Africa.com will publish selected analysis, essays, interviews, and insights from The Education Collaborative network, expanding access to experience-driven perspectives on education reform, systems leadership, and learning outcomes. The Education Collaborative is a pan-African network of education leaders, researchers, and practitioners convened at Ashesi University in Ghana. The Collaborative works to strengthen education systems by fostering collaboration, advancing locally grounded research, and elevating African perspectives on education leadership and reform. The post The Education Collaborative Joins Africa.com Knowledge Partner Network to Advance Education Leadership Across Africa appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 11, 2026 03:05 UTC
Washington’s Age-Old Paradigms in Africa: Flattery, Corruption, Blackmail, and Threats
In Washington, particular attention is now being paid to the countries of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. The United States no longer hides its desire to undermine its cooperation with Moscow, which it sees as a threat to its influence in the Saharan-Sahelian zone. With Washington or Against ItIn practice, the United States is reverting to the ultimate logic of the Cold War. Any rhetoric about sovereignty and correcting past Mistakes stops where African countries refuse to follow the principle of with Washington or against it. This is why the Sahel is becoming a key pressure zone today: the United States seeks to dismantle alternative centers of influence there.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 11, 2026 00:17 UTC
Liberia Takes Center Stage in West Africa’s Push for a Single Currency
James T. BrooksMONROVIA, Liberia — In a landmark move toward regional economic unity, Liberia recently hosted a high-level joint meeting of the West African Monetary Agency (WAMA) and the ECOWAS Commission. This gathering represents a critical milestone in the ambitious drive to launch a single regional currency—the “Eco”—by the year 2027. Fiscal discipline is also improving across the board, as deficits narrow and public debt ratios decline among member states. Most notably, four member states are expected to meet all primary convergence criteria in 2025, which effectively doubles the progress seen in the previous year. Governor Saamoi turned the spotlight on Liberia’s domestic achievements, presenting a picture of a nation that is actively meeting regional standards.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 10, 2026 15:23 UTC
CDC Purges Key Figures as Political Tensions Rise in Liberia
In a sweeping political move that underscores rising tensions within Liberia’s opposition, the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) has officially expelled Senator Zoe Emmanuel Pennue, former Anti-Corruption Commission Chairperson Cllr. The party accused the trio of sustained disloyalty and open alignment with the ruling Unity Party (UP) administration, signaling a major fracture within the former governing party’s ranks. The decision was formalized in a press statement released on Monday, signed by CDC National Chairman Atty. The party’s grievances center on accusations that the expelled officials used their public platforms to criticize and undermine the CDC while openly supporting the Unity Party administration. This development marks a significant shift in loyalty for three men once regarded as influential pillars of the CDC.
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February 10, 2026 14:58 UTC
Thai Royal Family Honours Nigerian Health Icon Amazigo, Global Laureates
By Paul EjimeProf. Uche Veronica Amazigo, Nigeria’s renowned scientist and recipient of several international awards, is among honorees from across the world celebrated last week by the Thai Royal Family, administrators of the prestigious Prince Mahidol Award (PMA), which she won in 2012. Since 1992, the Prince Mahidol Award Foundation has bestowed the Award on individuals whose contributions to Medicine and Public Health have had a profound and lasting impact on global health. King Bhumibol Adulyadej founded the Prince Mahidol Award Foundation in 1992, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his father, Prince Mahidol Adulyadej’s birth. The laureates visited Nan Province’s Artistic, Cultural and Academic Heritage Centres, and met the Wolith monks at the Phumin Temple. According to the PMA Foundation, Prof. Amazigo “pioneered community-directed treatment, transforming control of neglected tropical diseases in Africa by empowering communities.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 10, 2026 14:53 UTC
Aster DM Healthcare unveils game changing projects set to redefine the future of healthcare for people of UAE
Commenting on Aster’s progressive plans, Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare said, “For nearly four decades, Aster has been guided by a single purpose — to make quality healthcare accessible to every community we serve. Medcare’s Multi-Organ Transplant Centre – the 1st private organ transplant centre in Sharjah and Northern EmiratesThe company has received approval to establish its first multi-organ transplant centre in the UAE. Advanced Robotic Rehabilitation Centre in DubaiFollowing the success of Aster Al Raffah Walk Again Advanced Robotic Rehabilitation Centre in Muscat, Aster is bringing the centre to UAE. Through sustained expansion, digital integration, and a strong focus on wellness and preventive care, Aster DM Healthcare continues to shape a future-ready healthcare ecosystem for the GCC. Aster DM Healthcare is the second largest healthcare delivery company in the UAE as per HBI, while Aster DM Healthcare India has emerged as the third largest company in India following its merger with Blackstone-led Quality Care group.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 10, 2026 14:01 UTC
Xsolla Supports Release of “State of the African Video Game Industry 2026” Report
New Industry Study By SpielFabrique Provides Data-Driven Insight Into Africa’s Growing Games Ecosystem, Developer Realities, And Market InfrastructureXsolla, a leading global video game commerce company, announces its support of the State of the African Video Game Industry 2026, a comprehensive new report published by SpielFabrique that examines the structure, scale, and evolution of game development, publishing, and esports across Africa. Xsolla supported the study as part of its ongoing commitment to improving access, infrastructure, and opportunity for game creators worldwide. According to the report, Africa’s video game market generated approximately $1.8 billion in revenue in 2024, with mobile gaming accounting for roughly 90% of the market. “After more than seven years working alongside African game makers and ecosystem builders, I’m proud to share this comprehensive overview of where the market stands today,” said Pr. Enjoy reading.”The State of the African Video Game Industry 2026 report will be available beginning January 29, 2026, supported by a coordinated launch that includes a website feature, a social media rollout, and a post-launch community webinar.
Source:GNN Liberia
February 10, 2026 10:48 UTC