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A Liberian newspaper just won a major victory for press freedom after a year-long battle to access environmental documents the government tried to hide. The ruling could open the door for more transparency across Africa's extractive industries.
A mining company in Liberia is constructing three modern waste management centers that will transform how materials are recycled and reused, moving the country closer to its 2030 sustainability goals. The facilities will recover valuable materials from waste streams instead of sending everything to landfills.
Liberia's capital is getting a fresh start as city authorities crack down on illegal dumping and enforce sanitation laws for the first time in years. The campaign combines enforcement with community responsibility to transform neighborhoods buried under trash piles.
Liberia's National AIDS Commission is empowering journalists to report on HIV with compassion and accuracy, helping break down stigma one story at a time. The training aims to transform how HIV is discussed in media, potentially saving lives through better public understanding.
Liberia just made solar energy more affordable for millions by eliminating import taxes on solar panels, batteries, and clean energy equipment. The move aims to light up rural communities while protecting the planet.
Chimpanzees who spent decades in hepatitis B vaccine experiments are now receiving compassionate healthcare at a forest sanctuary in Liberia. The health checks represent a new chapter for animals who endured invasive research from the 1970s through early 2000s.
Twenty-three years after Liberia's civil war ended, the country is finally moving toward full justice for war crimes. Their patient approach offers hope for other nations healing from conflict.
Liberia is opening its doors to 1,200 people from various countries who are being transferred from the United States, offering them a chance to rebuild their lives. The first 20 arrivals landed Thursday, marking the start of a year-long humanitarian arrangement between the two nations.
A Ghanaian bank just opened its doors in Liberia, marking a milestone moment where African capital is investing in African growth. This isn't just business expansion—it's proof that African institutions are becoming exporters of financial services, not just recipients.
Liberia's Governance Commission just became the first government agency to offer health insurance to employees and their families, setting a precedent others are being urged to follow. The partnership with the National Insurance Corporation means workers can get medical care without waiting for paychecks.
Liberia just received a game-changing Elemental Analyzer that will help farmers grow better crops, protect forests worth millions, and test pollution without sending samples abroad. The €100,000 equipment means faster answers, stronger food security, and real climate action.
Liberia welcomed international evaluators this week to assess years of environmental progress funded by global partnerships. The review could shape how West Africa tackles climate challenges for decades to come.