By: Alphanso G. Kalama; A high-profile corruption probe has been launched into the leadership of the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL), with its President and CEO, Hon. Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, at the center of a web of financial improprieties and alleged kickbacks, according to a letter from the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC). The investigation, […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G. Kalama; The Liberian government has announced a series of salary adjustments as part of a broader effort to streamline public spending while ensuring fair compensation across the civil service. The newly introduced salary structure aims to maintain financial stability while protecting lower-income employees from drastic cuts. Salary Adjustments and Payroll Management Under […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G. Kalama; Liberians are once again plunged into darkness as the already fragile electricity supply takes a dramatic nosedive, raising concerns about the government’s handling of the energy sector. The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has announced a staggering 85% reduction in power supply from Compagnie Ivoirienne d’Électricité (CIE), its primary external energy provider, […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G Kalama; In response to directives from Donald Trump’s administration, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has placed several employees on mandatory administrative leave, requiring them to remain accessible via phone and email. A memorandum dated February 4, 2025, and signed by USAID Deputy Administrator for Policy and Planning, Pete Morocco, […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G. Kalama; Monrovia, Liberia – The Monrovia City Corporation (MCC) has officially announced the schedule for this year’s Monrovia Day Celebrations, set to take place from February 12 to February 16, 2025. The annual event aims to celebrate the city’s cultural vibrancy, foster community engagement, and envision a brighter future for Monrovia under […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G. Kalama; Monrovia, Liberia – The Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) is set to launch Liberia’s first Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) System, a digital platform aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accountability in public procurement. The official launch ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Ministerial Complex in Congo […]
Read MoreBy: The People News Liberia is no stranger to corruption, but the latest scandal at the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) is a staggering example of how impunity continues to plague public institutions. At the center of this storm is NOCAL’s CEO, Rustonlyn Suacoco Dennis, who, without due diligence or adherence to the law, […]
Read MoreBy: The People News With support from the African Population and Health Research Center, Sister Aid Liberia has held a dialogue with the Legislature joint Health Committee, revealing a significant development regarding the public the health bill in Liberia. Senator Dabah M. Varpilah, chair on Health Committee, committing to reviewing the bill, especially with the […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G. Kalama; Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberian Consumers Watch, a coalition of nine civil society organizations, has commended AquaLife Mineral Water for maintaining international standards in providing quality drinking water to the Liberian public. In a statement, the organization praised AquaLife—managed by Liberty Investment Ltd—as Liberia’s most trusted bottled water brand, emphasizing its […]
Read MoreBy: Alphanso G. Kalama; Monrovia, Liberia – Is it fair for over 90% of unemployed Liberians, including thousands of struggling youth, to be overlooked while government officials reward their own families with lucrative positions? This is the burning question raised by activist Martin K. N. Kollie, who has accused Senate Pro-Tempore Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence of blatant […]
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