Monrovia – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Workers Association (MOFAWA) has dismissed recent media reports alleging irregularities and internal dysfunction at the Ministry, describing them as “misleading and unfounded.”
By Rufus Divine Brooks Jr, contributing writer
In a statement issued Tuesday, the Association through its Secretary General, Evera Tarr, defended the leadership of Foreign Affairs Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti, saying the Ministry has made significant progress in improving staff welfare and institutional efficiency since her appointment.
The workers’ statement comes in response to recent publications accusing the Ministry’s leadership of “covert deployments, political favoritism, and internal manipulation.” MOFAWA maintained that those allegations do not reflect the realities within the Ministry.
According to the Association, Minister Nyanti has introduced a reform agenda aimed at promoting professionalism, transparency, and performance within the Foreign Ministry. The reforms, it said, have led to improvements in staff promotions, foreign postings, and salary adjustments.
MOFAWA cited the appointment of more than 30 employees to foreign missions abroad, claiming the selections were made based on merit and inclusivity, with input from the Association. The group also noted that several employees had recently been promoted based on years of service and performance.
Additionally, the Association disclosed that minimum salaries for certain categories of employees have been increased from US$118 to US$250 as part of a gradual effort to align compensation with the Decent Work Act.
The workers’ group said more than 40 staff members have also benefited from international and short-term training opportunities in recent months, a move it believes demonstrates the administration’s commitment to capacity building and career advancement.
MOFAWA further pointed to the Association’s participation in high-level international engagements, including the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and the Liberia Diaspora Conference, as an example of growing collaboration between the Ministry’s leadership and its workforce.
While acknowledging that challenges persist, the Association rejected suggestions of “institutional collapse” at the Ministry, instead describing the current atmosphere as one of “collaboration and renewal.”
“Employees remain committed to their duties and to projecting Liberia’s image positively on the international stage,” the statement read.
MOFAWA concluded by urging the media and the public to verify information before publication, warning that unsubstantiated reports risk undermining the Ministry’s credibility and the morale of its workforce.
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