Repatriation Process Frustrates Liberian Refugees in Ghana

By Joseph N.N.Swen, Accra Liberians in Ghana are expressing frustration over the slow pace of the ongoing repatriation and are calling on the UNHCR-Ghana to improve the exercise since the ultimatum is imminent.
Read more...Coalition for the Sustainability, Transparency of Democracy Concern About Vote of No Confidence

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Press Press Release,Monrovia We once again bring profound greetings of peace to all Liberians as we look forward to the successful building of a wholesome functioning democracy in Liberia necessary exponent required for the birthing of a pluralistic and multicultural and habitat for all of our people.
Read more...Liberia, Ghana Sign MOU To Train AFL.

By Robert C. Carey,Monrovia On Friday, 25 July 2008, the Government of the Republic of Liberia and the Republic of Ghana formalized protocol leading to the provision of assistance by the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) to the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) through a memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Read more...Liberia’s Independence Day Orator Says Change Inevitable in Liberia

Executive Mansion,Monrovia Dr. Sakui Malakpa, a visually impaired Liberian professor and lawyer who is based at the University of Toledo in Ohio (U.S.), on Saturday gave a rousing speech appealing to Liberians and friends of Liberia to reflect on the country’s 161 years of historical significance.
Read more...After 161 years, Where Do Liberians Go From Here?

By Semantics King Jr Liberians both home and abroad are seemingly enjoying temporary calm and prosperity but worry about the future. This July, as in previous years, Liberians will look back over their country’s 161 years of history with mixed feelings.
Read more...Armed Robbery, Hijacking and Terrorism Now Capitol Offenses in Liberia

Executive Mansion, Monrovia President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has signed into law an Act making armed robbery, terrorism and hijacking capital offenses.
Read more...UN Praises Human Rights Progress in Liberia, Raises Concern Over High Crime Levels

UN News Service, New York Five years after the peace agreement that ended its civil war, Liberia has made accelerated progress on several human rights issues, but there are still serious concerns about the rule of law, according to a United Nations expert who has just completed a two-week visit to the country.
Read more...Five Reinstated AFL Officers Complete Senior Leadership Training in Nigeria

By Robert C. Carey ,Monrovia The Minister of National Defense, Brownie J. Samukai, Jr., has challenged senior reinstated Armed Forces of Liberia( AFL) officers returning from the prestigious Armed Forces Command and Staff College in Nigeria to apply their knowledge gained in the best way possible for the good of Liberia.
Read more...Liberia, Namibia Sign Agreement aimed at Strengthening Bilateral Relations

Executive Mansion, Monrovia Liberia and Namibia have reached an agreement aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. The framework Agreement on Economic, Technical, Scientific, Cultural and Tourism Cooperation seeks mutual benefits in the fields of agriculture, fisheries, gender equality and child welfare. The Agreement also covers areas of cooperation in vocational training, industry, mining and energy, education, culture and tourism, among others.
Read more...“Liberia’s Taylor Trial is Model for International Justice”

UN News Service, New York The Chief Prosecutor of the United Nations-backed Special Court for Sierra Leone (SCSL), which is trying former Liberian President Charles Taylor for war crimes and crimes against humanity, says many commentators refer to the court as a model for international justice.
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