Author: Contributing Writer

MONROVIA – In a significant step toward strengthening Liberia’s public health system, the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) officially inducted 15 young Liberians into its ranks as Research, Laboratory, and Diagnostic Scientists on Friday, January 17, 2025.

MONROVIA – The Team Leader of the Church of Refuge Champions Home Ministry in Bellemu Town, District #4, Bong County, has commended the academic performance of students under the church’s mission and encouraged them to maintain their excellence in the classroom.

Monrovia – The United States Ambassador accredited near Monrovia, Mark Tone, on Friday, January 17, 2025, paid a courtesy visit to Commerce and Industry (MoCI) Minister, Magdalene Ellen Dagoseh.

Paynesville – It was a scene of excitement, joy and applause when Bishop Jacob H. Harris led a team of church leaders and the Board to officially dedicate and cut the ribbon to a newly constructed building for the Norman E. Williams Institute located within Church of God Liberia World Missions Headquarters at ELWA Junction, Paynesville.

Paynesville, Liberia – The Jahzjet Children Outreach Mission School, situated in the ELWA-Rehab Community, is urgently seeking assistance after a catastrophic fire severely impacted its facilities on January 4. The blaze, which began in the early evening, has left the school community grappling with significant losses, including the destruction of essential educational resources.

Monrovia – The Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has announced a series of penalties and corrective actions against St. Joseph Catholic Hospital following the tragic death of 21-year-old Isaiah B. Williams. The council’s investigation uncovered serious operational shortcomings and violations of medical protocols that contributed to the incident.

Monrovia – Liberia’s fragile democracy is facing an unprecedented test under the leadership of President Joseph N. Boakai, who assumed office in January 2024. Over the past 12 months, his administration has faced mounting accusations of undermining the democratic progress painstakingly achieved over the last two decades. Concerns have emerged over blatant disregard for constitutional norms, violations of tenure laws, attacks on press freedom, and allegations of human rights abuses. Analysts and political commentators warn that these actions pose serious threats to the foundations of Liberia’s democracy.

Monrovia – Green Advocates International, in collaboration with the World Resources Institute (WRI) and with funding from the U.S. Department of State, held a two-day Capacity-Building Training for Grassroots Environmental Defenders (GEDs) from January 16-17, 2025.

MONROVIA – The Forestry Development Authority (FDA) pays a member of its board of directors who lives in the United States fee for meetings he does not attend, according to official documents obtained by The DayLight.

Monrovia – Athletes at the newly established Liberia Sports Academy (LSA) have expressed satisfaction with the training they are receiving under the guidance of the academy’s coaches.