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Energy Capital & Power
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African Ministers Outline Industry Priorities Ahead of African Mining Week 2026

African Mining Week will feature high-level panel discussions and project showcases, linking global investors with Africa’s mining sector priorities and lucrative investment and partnership opportunities

With the demand for critical minerals projected to quadruple by 2040 and traditional commodities such as gold reaching record highs in 2026, Africa is increasingly positioned at the center of global supply chain strategies and investment flows. The continent hosts the world’s largest reserves of platinum group metals, chrome and…

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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Discussed with Liberia First Lady the Impact of Their Programs – Train Healthcare Providers, Support Infertile Women & Girl Education at 12th Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in the Gambia

Merck Foundation in partnership with The Liberia First Lady has also initiated “Educating Linda” Program, as a part of which annual scholarships are provided to 40 underprivileged but brilliant girls to continue their education, till they graduate

Merck Foundation (https://Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles
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Seychelles: Minister Barry Faure attends the High-Level Consultation on the Future of the United Nations and the Election of the Next Secretary-General

The meeting agreed to continue to advocate for the common African position on the reform of the UN based on the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration on UN Reform

Mr. Barry Faure, Seychelles’ Minister for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, participated in a high-level consultation led by H.E. Joseph Boakai, President of Liberia. The discussion centered on the future of the United Nations, the UN Security Council (UNSC), and the upcoming election of the next UN Secretary-General (UNSG). President Boakai…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia
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Liberia and Seychelles Forge Historic Diplomatic Partnership at African Union Summit

The signing ceremony took place on the margins of the 39th Session of the African Union Assembly, in a spirit of optimism and solidarity

The Government of the Republic of Liberia and the Government of the Republic of Seychelles have officially established diplomatic relations, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral ties and advancing cooperation across multiple sectors.   The signing ceremony took place on the margins of the 39th Session of the African…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia
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Ambassador Yin Chengwu Meets with Minister of Local Government of Liberia, Hon. Francis Sakila Nyumalin

Yin briefed Hon. Nyumalin on the outcomes of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and expressed his willingness to work together

On February 13, Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, met with Hon. Francis Sakila Nyumalin, Minister of Local Government of Liberia. Yin briefed Hon. Nyumalin on the outcomes of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and expressed his willingness to work together to earnestly implement the important consensus…

UN Women - Africa
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Liberia launches Elsie Initiative Fund project to advance gender-responsive peacekeeping

This two-year project will deliver targeted interventions to remove barriers faced by women in the AFL and expand the pool of Liberian women eligible for United Nations peacekeeping deployments

The Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) and UN Women Liberia have officially launched a new Elsie Initiative Fund (EIF) project aimed at strengthening the institution’s gender-responsive peacekeeping capabilities. This two-year project will deliver targeted interventions to remove barriers faced by women in the AFL and expand the pool of Liberian…

Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion
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Liberia: President Boakai Declares Wednesday, February 11, As Armed Forces Day

The proclamation stresses that the Armed Forces Day celebration is also in recognition of the role the Armed Forces of Liberia plays in protecting the country’s territorial integrity and participating in the structural and social transformation of the country

His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of Liberia, has by Proclamation declared Wednesday, February 11, 2026 as “Armed Forces Day,” and to be celebrated throughout the Republic as a national holiday.  The Proclamation further directs all military and paramilitary organizations within…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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The Chairman of the Liberian Telecommunications Authority Meets with the President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission

Following this information, the two figures discussed issues related to the harmonisation of regulatory frameworks, the development of digital infrastructure and the promotion of a more integrated, inclusive and resilient regional telecommunications market

During his visit to Abuja, Nigeria, on Thursday, 29 January 2026, the Chairman of the Liberia Telecommunications Authority, Clarence Massaquoi, met with the President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, provided an opportunity to discuss reforms and development in the digital sector…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Ghana
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Ghana: High-Level Consultative Conference on Regional Cooperation and Security – 29th to 30th January, 2026

The Summit concluded with a renewed sense of regional solidarity and determination to implement the agreed outcomes, marking a critical step toward strengthened cooperation and collective security

The High-Level Consultative Conference on Regional Cooperation and Security concluded on Friday, 30th January, 2026 with a meeting at the level of Heads of State and Government. Delivering his remarks during the Opening Session, the President of the Republic of Ghana and host stated that the Consultative Conference was being…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia
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China and Liberia Sign Agreement on Development Cooperation

Liberia is willing to effectively implement the Agreement and to further deepen and broaden bilateral cooperation

On January 9, the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Government of the Republic of Liberia signed the Agreement on Development Cooperation in Monrovia. H.E. Ambassador Yin Chengwu signed on behalf of China, while H.E. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, represented Liberia. The signing ceremony was also…