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‎MRU Youth Parliament Sets Up Elections Commission Ahead of County-Wide Polls

‎By Staff Writer ‎Monrovia, Liberia – The Mano River Union Youth Parliament, Liberia Chapter (MRUYP-LC), has taken a bold stride toward democratic renewal by establishing an Independent Elections Commission to oversee its upcoming county-wide elections.‎‎Speaking at a weekend news conference, Speaker of the 4th Parliament, Daniel Nama Nills, said the move marks the official start […]

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Health

‎Liberia Health Ministry Warns of Rising Flu Cases Nationwide

‎By: The People News ‎Congo Town, Monrovia,  — The Ministry of Health has issued a public health warning following a surge in seasonal flu cases across Liberia, with Montserrado County topping the list of reported infections. ‎‎The Ministry says health centers have recorded a growing number of patients showing flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, sore […]

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Red Cross Appeals for Urgent Aid as Fire Devastates Grand Cape Mount Community‎

‎By: The People News Online Kru Town, Grand Cape Mount County – Heartbreak and devastation have gripped Kru Town in Tewor District after a massive fire on October 16, 2025, left more than 100 residents homeless, destroying homes, belongings, and sources of livelihood in a single night.‎‎The Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS) made a […]

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Governance

‎EPA Cracks Down on Major Environmental Violators, Slaps ArcelorMittal with $125K Fine

‎By: Staff Writer ‎Monrovia – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia has taken sweeping enforcement actions against three companies for breaching environmental laws, in what marks a renewed push under President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration to uphold environmental justice and corporate accountability.‎‎Addressing a major press conference in Monrovia on Friday, October 17, 2025, EPA […]

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Politics

‎Unity Party Under Fire for Controversial Appointments Ahead of December Homecoming

‎By: The People News ‎The Unity Party (UP) has announced its Homecoming and Fundraising Program scheduled for December 6, 2025, under the theme: “Positioning the Unity Party for Long-Term Political Vibrancy, Policy Reform, Infrastructural Development, and Membership Drive.” While intended as a show of party strength, the announcement has drawn criticism over the selection of […]

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Economy

Liberia’s Maritime Boss Hails China’s Global Shipping Leadership, Calls for Fair Transition

By: The People News Online Shanghai, China – Liberia’s Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Liberia Maritime Authority has praised China’s growing leadership in the global shipping industry, describing the Asian powerhouse as a “true friend” and a vital partner in driving inclusive maritime development.‎‎Speaking at the 2025 North Bund Forum in Shanghai, the […]

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Corruption

Top NICOL Finance Team Grilled by LACC for Withholding Records

By: Staff Writer The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has taken into custody several senior officials of the National Insurance Company of Liberia (NICOL) for questioning over alleged financial malpractice. According to the LACC, the move comes after the officials failed to provide crucial financial documents requested by the Commission as part of an ongoing probe […]

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Governance

President Boakai Refocuses National Railway Drive, Issues New Executive Order

By: The People News Online President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transforming Liberia’s transport infrastructure by renewing and refocusing the mandate of the Liberia National Railway Authority (LNRA) through Executive Order No. 153, issued on October 16, 2025. The new directive replaces and strengthens Executive Order No. 136, reinforcing the LNRA […]

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Governance

Liberia: Lawmakers Summon Health Officials Over Monkeypox Surge‎

‎By: The People News ‎The House of Representatives has officially summoned Health Minister Dr. Louise M. Kpoto and the Director General of the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) to appear before its Plenary on October 21, 2025. The request comes amid rising concerns over the escalating Monkeypox outbreak in the country.‎‎The move follows […]

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Politics

‎CDC Chair Koffa Dismisses Lawsuit Rumor, Says Party Set for ‘Massive’ Blue Day Groundbreaking

By The People News Online ‎Monrovia — Councillor J. Fonati Koffa, head of the committee overseeing the construction of the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC)’s new modern headquarters, has dismissed rumors of an impending lawsuit threatening to derail the party’s highly anticipated groundbreaking ceremony set for October 18 along Tubman Boulevard, Congo Town.‎‎Speaking in an […]

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