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Liberia Holds State Funeral for President Tolbert and Cabinet 45 Years After Coup

Liberia has held a symbolic state funeral for former President William R. Tolbert Jr. and 13 members of his cabinet, 45 years after they were executed during the country’s 1980…

Africa News Now July 2, 2025

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U.S. Requires Liberian Visa Applicants to Make Social Media Public for Security Vetting

Liberians seeking U.S. student or exchange visas must now grant American authorities access to their social media accounts, as part of a wider policy tightening immigration screening, according to a…

Africa News Now June 25, 2025

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CENTAL Releases 2024 Corruption Report, Highlights Progress and Persistent Challenges in Liberia

The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has released its 2024 State of Corruption Report (SCORE), offering a comprehensive assessment of Liberia’s ongoing battle against corruption. The report…

Africa News Now June 12, 2025

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Liberian Opposition Condemns Arrest of Lawmakers Over Arson Allegations

A coalition of major opposition parties in Liberia has strongly condemned the arrest of former Speaker Fonati Koffa and three other lawmakers, denouncing it as a politically motivated crackdown on…

Africa News Now June 9, 2025

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Liberia and India Strengthen Security Ties to Counter Terrorism in West Africa

Liberia and India have moved to strengthen their bilateral relationship by deepening security cooperation amid rising concerns over terrorism in West Africa. A high-level Indian delegation led by Dr. Shrikant…

Africa News Now June 3, 2025

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President Boakai Relaunches Liberia’s Foreign Service Institute, Pledges Diplomatic Revival

Liberian President Joseph Boakai has pledged a renewed commitment to global diplomacy and national development, marking the occasion with the relaunch of the Gabriel Dennis Foreign Service Institute in Monrovia.…

Africa News Now May 5, 2025