Liberia

Deadly floods in West Africa, particularly in Liberia, have raised concerns about the country's preparedness as heavy rains continue, according to a FrontPageAfrica report.

Liberian authorities charged five individuals after discovering over 200kg of cocaine valued at £14.2m, falsely declared as Maggi seasoning cubes at Monrovia's airport. The seizure occurred on 8 June, with charges announced during a weekend press briefing.

A jury in Liberia convicted all eight defendants on all charges in the country's largest human trafficking trial, delivering a unanimous verdict after approximately 20 minutes of deliberation. The trial concluded under intense international scrutiny and tested Liberia's justice system.

52 House Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise, urged President Donald Trump to let the Jones Act waiver expire, arguing it creates a loophole for adversarial countries. The waiver, which allows foreign ships to transport goods between U.S. ports, has facilitated over 136 voyages since March 2024, reducing fuel costs and improving supply chains, particularly for gasoline and propane. Analysis shows no significant threat to U.S. maritime dominance, with only one Chinese-flagged vessel among the voyages.

Amara KAMARA, President of the Liberia Chamber of Mines, has called for urgent legal and regulatory reforms in Liberia's mining sector. He warned that delays in modernizing laws and fragmented institutional coordination could hinder the country's ability to attract long-term investment amid rising global demand for critical minerals.

Sworn testimony in Liberia's Criminal Court 'A' contradicted prior media reports alleging Cllr. Bestman Juah, President of the Public Defenders Association of Liberia, was involved in a bribery scheme linked to a human trafficking trial. The court proceedings directly addressed claims made in earlier media coverage.

Liberia's Assets Recovery and Property Retrieval Task Force (AREPT) Chairman Edwin Kla Martin indicates the institution is preparing to reshape the country's approach to public accountability through anti-corruption efforts. Early court victories suggest a shift toward stricter enforcement.

The 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Kakata faces political backlash over the drug case against Michael U.S. Brown, who was indicted for trafficking cannabis worth $200,000 through Roberts International Airport in June 2024.

Liberian authorities seized US$19 million worth of cocaine at Roberts International Airport. Five individuals have been charged as principal suspects, but their absence could hinder the investigation into the drug bust.

AREPT Chairman Edwin Kla Martin stated that recent court victories have bolstered Liberia's anti-corruption efforts, showing the judicial system's capacity to hold corruption suspects accountable through due process.

PKF Liberia, part of an international accounting and business advisory network, promoted Dr. Patience Adzo Dzebu to Partner. The move aims to reinforce the firm's commitment to professional excellence and leadership development.

Liberia and Japan have officially started a US$16 million grant-funded project to extend the Japan Freeway by 1.9 kilometers. The initiative aligns with Liberia's foreign policy focus on attracting investments that benefit ordinary citizens.

The Liberian government has indicted five individuals in a U.S.$19 million cocaine bust at Roberts International Airport, concluding weeks of speculation and criticism over the delayed investigation.

Liberia Police may charge individuals linked to a $19.2 million cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport. The Inspector General of Police informed senators that several people, previously persons of interest, are now potential suspects in the case.

Liberia's Supreme Court has delayed ruling on whether to reconstitute a jury panel for a Capitol Building arson trial involving former House Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa and four lawmakers. The decision could resolve a months-long legal stalemate in the politically charged case.

Liberian senators are demanding arrests and prosecutions in a $19 million cocaine investigation. Joint Security officials confirmed the case has advanced to preparing criminal charges against potential suspects.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf urged President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, the Supreme Court, and the National Legislature to establish a Specialized National Anti-Corruption Court to address corruption in Liberia. She described the court as the missing piece in the country's accountability framework.

Delta Air Lines has suspended all cargo flights from Liberia due to concerns over drug trafficking. The airline cited security risks as the reason for halting operations.

Nimba County Senator Samuel Kogar demands the suspension and investigation of Liberia's top security chiefs following the interception of 19 kilograms of suspected cocaine at Roberts International Airport. He claims the incident reveals critical weaknesses in the country's security system.

Former President George M. Weah accuses the Unity Party-led government of undermining Liberia's democratic progress by persecuting political opponents, suppressing free speech, and violating the rule of law. The claims were made in a report published by New Dawn on June 29, 2026.

President Joseph N. Boakai states Liberia seeks to deepen cooperation with the People's Republic of China in sectors including agriculture, renewable energy, industrialization, digital innovation, healthcare, education, mining, infrastructure, and private sector investment.

Dr. Nykoi Jomah, a senior researcher at Liberia's Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), accuses the institution's leadership of ignoring Ombudsman directives, unlawfully dismissing him, and withholding five months of his salary. CARI management has rejected these claims.

Liberia's Roberts International Airport is linked to a USD $19 million drug syndicate involving Kush cannabis and a synthetic drug mixture. Michael US Browne, known as 'US Marshall,' is associated with the trafficking network, though his exact role is unspecified.

The House of Representatives in Liberia passed President Joseph Nyuma Boakai's proposed legislation to amend Chapter 50(B) of Title 12 of the Executive Law, aiming to facilitate broader reforms at the Liberia Agency for Community Empowerment (LACE).

Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung visited Yarwin-Mehnsonnoh District and assured residents that the Boakai administration will implement development interventions to improve conditions in the remote community of Zekepa.

Rahem Bah is Michael Browne, a former Liberia Airport Authority employee who was dismissed, prosecuted, and convicted for drug trafficking through Roberts International Airport, as confirmed by the Daily Observer.

Opposition leaders in Liberia have rallied around Weah during his party's anniversary, sparking debate about a potential united front to challenge the ruling Unity Party in the 2029 presidential election.

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai addressed the United Nations, stating that Liberia's transition from civil war to democracy demonstrates that justice, national ownership, and inclusive development are the foundation of lasting peace.

Liberia's Roberts International Airport seized 233 kilograms of cocaine valued at US$19.2 million, exposing vulnerabilities in the country's airport cargo security system. The seizure has prompted scrutiny over how the high-risk shipment bypassed multiple clearance layers before being intercepted.

Liberia's ongoing investigation into a US$19 million cocaine seizure has taken a dramatic turn after one of the key persons of interest, Paul Jamaal King, formally requested witness protection and declared himself a cooperating witness in the case.

The United States Government announced a $250 million investment in technology company I-Pulse, co-founded by Robert Friedland, majority shareholder of Ivanhoe Atlantic. Ivanhoe Atlantic is developing the Kon Kweni iron ore project in Guinea and Liberia.

Women farmers in Liberia are urging the government and development partners to increase investment in agriculture. They argue that stronger support for local food production is critical to reducing the country's dependence on imported food and strengthening national food security.

The Government of Liberia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mali-based AfriLight Energy to develop a 50-megawatt solar power plant and battery energy storage system. The project aims to expand electricity access and strengthen Liberia's renewable energy sector.

The U.S. Department of Justice will appeal a judge’s dismissal of human trafficking charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March 2025 and later returned to the U.S. The judge ruled the charges were brought 'selectively and vindictively,' and the government now seeks to deport him again, potentially to Liberia.

Liberia's investigation into a 237.6kg cocaine seizure at Roberts International Airport has identified 10 persons of interest, including Paul J. King, General Manager of GLS Menzies, who surrendered voluntarily. Authorities allege a complex network within the country's cargo and aviation security chain is involved.

Liberia has assumed the chairmanship of the AFRITAC West 2 Steering Committee and the African Training Institute (ATI) Steering Committee for the July 2026-June 2027 term, marking a significant milestone in the country's growing role in regional financial governance.

The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) and Sierra Leone's National Revenue Authority (NRA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cross-border tax compliance, enhance information sharing, and combat tax evasion between the two countries.

The Liberian government's Civil Service Agency announced the retirement of 6,000 employees in 2026 as part of a national retirement exercise.

The Government of Liberia announced that approximately 263 Liberians in South Africa have requested assistance to leave the country, with 21 to 23 individuals seeking immediate repatriation.

Healthcare workers and officials warn that the surging Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could become the worst in history due to tens of thousands of untraced contacts with ill patients. The head of Africa's Centre for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted this risk, comparing it to the 2014-2016 outbreak in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone that killed over 11,000 people.