James T. Brooks Liberia has officially taken center stage in the regional effort toward economic synergy, launching a series of high-level ECOWAS statutory meetings this Wednesday. This landmark gathering brings together the intellectual and administrative powerhouses of the West African Monetary Agency (WAMA), the West African Monetary Institute (WAMI), and the West African Institute for […] The post Liberia Hosts Landmark ECOWAS Meetings: Fostering Financial Cooperation and Economic Growth in West Africa appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

Riyadh Air andMastercard today unveiled a bold strategic alliance that brings together payments, travel and technology to reshape how people and businesses experience global travel. With no legacy programs in place, Riyadh Air is in a unique position to jointly create an extensive financial and payment ecosystem that is unprecedented from day one. The collaboration introduces a […] The post Riyadh Air and Mastercard take off together to redefine the global travel experience through multiple touchpoints appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

Suzman says the setback shouldn’t be permanent and lays out a roadmap to reclaim momentum and accelerate progress through 2045, even amid significant financial constraints globally SEATTLE, WA, USA, 03 February 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/-Today, Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman released his 2026 Annual Letter, The Road to 2045, warning that the recent reversal in global […] The post As Global Health Faces Its First Reversal in Progress in a Generation, Gates Foundation CEO Details a 20-Year Push to Save and Improve Lives appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

Conference to Convene Global Leaders on Building Trust, Infrastructure, Inclusion, and Policyfor a Borderless Economy ABUJA, Nigeria, 02 February 2026-/African Media Agency (AMA)/-Preparations are underway for the 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo (RACE 2026), Africa’s flagship platform on regulatory technology, digital innovation, and policy reform, scheduled to hold from 20–22 May 2026 at the […] The post <div>Nigeria to Host 2026 RegTech Africa Conference & Expo Under the Patronage of the Office of the Vice President</div> appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

Washington, USA, 02 February 2026 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/-The World Bank Group has appointed Johan A. Mistiaen as the new World Bank Group Country Manager for Niger, effective today. In this role, Mr. Mistiaen will lead the World Bank Group’s engagement in Niger—spanning the World Bank (IBRD and IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and […] The post World Bank Group Appoints Johan A. Mistiaen as New Country Manager for Niger appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

Geneva, Switzerland, 30 January 2026-/African Media Agency(AMA)/-Julien Ranjaivonirina, a 63‑year‑old farmer living in the Fitovinany region, smiles as he reflects on his journey. Standing in front of his wooden house, he recounts how the hydrocele he had for several years limited his movements and prevented him from working as he wished. Today, after receiving care, […] The post Fighting lymphatic filariasis in Madagascar: Lives transformed and hope restored appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

Qatar has ordered GM200MM/A (Ground Master 200 Multi-Mission All-in-one) and GM400α (Ground Master Alpha) radars from Thales to enhance its airspace protection capabilities. In addition to the radars, a national supervision and maintenance system will be delivered, as well as a training programme for operators and technicians. Renowned for their reliability and efficiency, the Thales […] The post Thales supports the Qatar Emiri Air Force in strengthening its air protection with the GM400α and the GM200MM/A radars air surveillance system appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

New World Bank report calls for more investment in better waste management and circular economy Washington, USA, 28 Janurary 2026 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/-The Middle East and North Africa region generates more waste per person than the global average and causes an estimated US$7.2 billion in environmental damage each year, according to a new World […] The post Growing Waste Crisis in the Middle East and North Africa Costs US$7.2 billion a year, Threatens Growth and Tourism appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

After three decades of civil conflict, the Government of Liberia, under the administration of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, embarked on wide-ranging reforms aimed at economic recovery, political reconciliation, and national development. During this process, the government identified deep-seated challenges – most notably pervasive corruption, weak transparency, and low levels of public accountability which had [...] The post Beyond The Letters of The Law: Why Liberia’s PPCC Law and PFM Regimes Have Not trimmed Public-Sector waste, 2005 -2025 appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Gbarnga, Bong County — A deepening water crisis at the Gbarnga Central Prison has plunged inmates into harsh and degrading living conditions, with prisoners telling FrontPage Africa that the facility has been without running water since December 1, 2025, forcing them to endure severe thirst, poor sanitation, and growing health concerns inside the overcrowded prison [...] The post Liberia: Gbarnga Prison Inmates Endure Months Without Water, Rely on Relatives as Authorities Stay Silent appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Monrovia – Liberia, on Wednesday, began hosting the Joint ECOWAS, WAMA, WAMI, and WAIFEM Statutory Meetings, which run until February 13. By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway These high-level meetings bring together the ECOWAS Commission and the monetary and financial bodies – the West African Monetary Agency (WAMA), West African Monetary Institute (WAMI), and the West African Institute [...] The post Liberia: Joint ECOWAS Statutory Meetings Open In Monrovia As West African Financial Experts Weigh In On Solution-Driven Approach appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

MONROVIA-Despite being enacted into law as an autonomous institution, with the clear mandate to lead, coordinate and regulate all food assistance programs across Liberia, the National Food Assistance Agency (NFAA) has erroneously been placed under the Ministry of Agriculture(MoA). By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway With a long history of service to the Liberian people, having operated under [...] The post Liberia: MFDP Captures National Food Assistance Agency’s Budget Under MoA Despite Institution’s New Autonomous Status appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Monrovia-Nearly a decade after a Swedish engineering firm supplied critical electrical materials to Liberia’s state-owned power utility, a Montserrado County court has ordered the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) to immediately pay more than US$415,000, closing a long-running commercial dispute that has come to symbolize deeper concerns about contract enforcement and public-sector accountability in Liberia. By [...] The post Liberia’s Power Utility Years of Evasion End As Court Orders Payment to Swedish Engineering Firm appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

The Unity Party Legislative Caucus has commended President Joseph Nyuma Boakai  Sr. for what it describes as deliberate and progressive steps toward advancing gender equality through the appointment of qualified women to key positions in his administration. In a press statement released on Tuesday, the Caucus lauded the President for fulfilling commitments he made before [...] The post Liberia: Unity Party Legislative Caucus Praises President Boakai For Gender-Inclusive Appointments appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

By Amos Harris Emerging from the iconic Aspmyra Stadium in Norway—home to Bodø/Glimt, the club that has consistently punched above its weight on the European stage—comes a coach whose vision is firmly set on the future of the sport. Dash Fallah, a UEFA B-licensed coach, is rapidly establishing himself as a specialist in grassroots and […] The post UEFA B Licensed Coach Dash Fallah Brings European Edge To Liberian Football Development appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today awarded the Sheikh Saud International Prize for Materials Science during the 17th International Workshop on Advanced Materials (IWAM), one of the world’s leading forums for advanced materials research. Presented on day two of IWAM, the Prize […] The post Ras Al Khaimah Ruler Awards Sheikh Saud International Prize for Materials Science at IWAM 2026 appeared first on Global News Network Liberia.

By Alvin M. D. Gueh, Solomon Kollie & Gobah Sehboe KAKATA, Margibi County — What was once a symbol of agricultural promise in Margibi County has become a source of fear, insecurity, and environmental concern for nearby residents. The Fabrar Milling Company, a rice processing facility located in Kakata, has been abandoned since mid-2022, leaving … The post Abandoned & Unsafe: How a Defunct Rice Milling Facility in Kakata Became a Public Threat appeared first on Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news.

Monrovia – The resignation of Bronwyn Barnes as President and Chief Executive Officer of Ivanhoe Atlantic is the strongest indication yet that the U.S.-backed iron ore project linking Guinea to Liberia is facing serious trouble, with far-reaching implications for Liberia’s rail, mining, and infrastructure ambitions.  By Gerald C. Koinyeneh, gerald.koinyeneh@frontpageafricaonline.com Barnes’ exit comes barely months after [...] The post Ivanhoe Atlantic CEO Quits as Guinea Roadblocks Threaten Liberia Rail Deal appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Monrovia – Alternative National Congress (ANC) Political Leader Alexander B. Cummings has expressed confidence in his ability to govern Liberia, arguing that his professional experience and leadership credentials set him apart from other political actors. “Compared to any other Liberians, I have done more than any other Liberians,” Cummings said, citing his corporate and leadership background [...] The post Liberia: Cummings Unveils Policy Vision Anchored on Accountability, Practical Solutions, Economic Empowerment appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

The Liberia Forest Media Watch (LFMW) has emerged as a decisive force in reshaping forest governance, compelling state action, and amplifying community voices across Liberia’s natural resource sector. By Jaheim T. Tumu-jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com Backed by the European Union (EU) and other partners, the organization has leveraged investigative journalism and its flagship radio program, Forest Hour, to [...] The post Liberia: LFMW Achievements Transform Forest Governance: Communities Empowered, Government Acts, Global Spotlight Secure appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Ganta – Afriland First Bank Liberia has taken a step toward redefining its future with the hosting of its 2026 Staff Strategic Retreat in Ganta. The event brought together Executives and Senior Managers of the institution to collectively chart a new course for the bank through 2030. By Selma Lomax, selma.lomax@frontpageafricaonline.com  The retreat marked the [...] The post Liberia: Afriland First Bank Charts New Strategic Course as 2026 Staff Retreat Sets Vision for 2030 appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

MONROVIA – Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Ngafuan, has declared that Liberia’s recent economic progress is producing real and measurable benefits that are directly impacting markets, households, and communities across the country. By Jaheim T. tumu-jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com He said the gains recorded over the past two years are not abstract promises or political rhetoric but [...] The post Liberia: Finance Minister Ngafuan Says Economic Recovery Is Delivering Tangible Results Across Markets and Communities appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.

Monrovia – The Central Bank of Liberia (CBL) has maintained its Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 16.25 percent, expressing confidence in the continued moderation of inflation and the resilience of the domestic economy, following its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on January 28, 2026. In a communiqué issued after the meeting, the MPC said [...] The post Liberia: CBL Holds Policy Rate at 16.25%, Citing Falling Inflation, Economic Resilience appeared first on FrontPageAfrica.