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Catholic Archbishop Michael Francis Dies

Catholic Archbishop Michael Francis Dies
Many Liberians, especially Catholics, were shocked Sunday May 19, 2013) when they were told that Archbishop Michael Kpakala Francis was dead, nine years after he fell to illness.

UL Graduates Two Informer Staff

UL Graduates Two Informer Staff
Two reporters of the authoritative Informer newspaper Mr. Marcus Zoleh hailing from Nimba County and Roland Perry from Grand Cape Mount County yesterday walked through the walls of the University of Liberia after successfully completing the four-year

Liberia Observes Day To End Fistula

Liberia Observes Day To End Fistula
Liberia joins countries around the world to mark the first-ever International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, 23 May, with a variety of events to raise awareness of this neglected health and human rights challenge.

CSOs Engage Lawmaker On Low Budgetary Allotment

CSOs Engage Lawmaker On Low Budgetary Allotment
The leadership of some Civil Society groups and the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector have expressed disappointment with the present budgetary allotment for  Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in the 2013/2014 draft National Budget.

PUL Lifts Ban On Ellen: Urges Unity, Courage Among Journalists

PUL Lifts Ban On Ellen: Urges Unity, Courage Among Journalists
The Press Union of Liberia yesterday (May 21) officially lifted its blackout against the Liberian Presidency, with a call on journalists to remain united and fearless in their duties—exposing evil in public places and holding the government account

Aqualife 'Dirty Water' Probe Sleeps At MOJ: Envelope Reportedly Changes Hand

Aqualife 'Dirty Water' Probe Sleeps At MOJ: Envelope Reportedly Changes Hand
Investigation into reports of Aqualife's sale of contaminated (dirty) water to the public has been reportedly compromised at the Ministry of Justice, leaving the fate and interest of the public to hang in the balance, this paper has gathered.

Three-Years-Old Child Drowns In Weala

Three-Years-Old Child Drowns In Weala
Barely months after a four year old boy identified as Joe Gbakie got drowned in a pit in Weala, Margibi County, another three years old girl identify only as little Princess has been found in similar situation.

Open Budget Initiative Ensures Transparency -Says OBI Budget Consultant

Open Budget Initiative Ensures Transparency -Says OBI Budget Consultant
The Budget Consultant at the Ministry of Finance (MoF) Mr. Moses Wreh has emphasized the need for Liberians to understand the Open Budget Initiative (OBI) recently introduced by Government, adding that it is a catalyst for transparency and financial

Sime Darby, Citizens Perform Ritual For Company's Expansion

Sime Darby, Citizens Perform Ritual For Company's Expansion
Driving through sideway forest bushes and towns into a distance of approximately 75 km from Monrovia, no one could anticipate or predict the untold story of a ceremony witnessed between Sime Darby Plantation Liberia (SDPL) and citizens of Bomi County

NPA Boss A Big 'Liar’...LACC Report Reveals

NPA Boss A Big 'Liar’...LACC Report Reveals
The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) has verified assets declared by some 63 government officials, with the Managing Director of the National Port Authority Matilda Parker leading those who lied under oath or gave falsified information.
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LEC Employees at workFollowing days of intense negotiations with global financial institutions and stakeholders, Liberia has managed to secure a US$35M loan from the World Bank to expand the country's demanding energy sector.

Finance Minister Amara KonnehLiberia's Finance Minister; Amara S. Konneh has challenged the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications and the Liberia Telecommunication Corporation (LIBTELCO) to connect Monrovia, (Capital City of Liberia) through wireless internet connectivity.

Liberia Accesses Fiber Optic

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Dr. Frederick NorkehThe Minister of Posts and Telecommunications, Hon. Dr. Frederick Norkeh, has disclosed that the Republic of Liberia has now accessed the fiber optic for commercial use.

LEC Technician planting polesThe Minister of Lands, Mines and Energy (LME) Hon. Patrick Sendolo has disclosed that government has embarked on an ambitious plan to provide electricity to Monrovia and across the country.

 The ACE Cable Building on Lynch Street in MonroviaThe Africa to Europe (ACE) Cable otherwise known as the Fiber Optic Cable is expected to be launched today (December 19) in the Gambian Capital, Banjul, and by January 19, 2013 Liberia will join other countries to enjoy the fastest internet services.

GAC Gets Technology Boost

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 Mr. Robert L. Kilby, GAC Boss As the Auditor General Hon. Robert L. Kilby continues to build and strengthen the capacity of the General Auditing Commission (GAC), two new departments have been created; namely, the IT Auditing Department headed by Ms. Mona Kpan Smith, and the IT Operations Department headed by Ms. Mariam Kaba.
The Managing Director of the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) Mr. Sahid Mohamed has emphasized that to meet the electricity needs of Liberia, mount coffee is not alone, but other means of providing affordable electricity will be harnessed in the country.
  The Governor of the Central bank of Liberia (CBL) Dr. J. Mills Jones has reiterated the Banks commitment to strengthen the private sector by providing loans to small businesses and enhance micro-credit activities throughout the country.

The University of Liberia has receive a grant of US466,000 from the World Bank under a project titled: Strengthening Accounting Program at the University of Liberia.

  The Ministry of Public Works yesterday launched a new program, 'Contractor Classification Certification System,' (CCCS) for its contractors.

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