Video: Campaign to Abolish The Death Penalty Gains New Life As Human Rights Advocates Warn it Could Undermine Support for War Crimes Court

Liberia’s renewed campaign to abolish the death penalty is gaining momentum as the government pledges to submit a revised bill to Parliament while human rights advocates and international partners warn that keeping capital punishment on the books could undermine support for the proposed War and Economic Crimes Court and Liberia’s broader justice reforms. Advocates argue…

Campaign to Abolish The Death Penalty Gains New Life As Human Rights Advocates Warn it Could Undermine Support for War Crimes Court

Summary: By Anthony Stephens, senior justice correspondent with New Narratives The Liberian government has responded to a renewed push by civil society pledging to submit a revised bill to the Legislature that would end the practice in the country. The five-month, $US84,000 initiative — funded by the British Embassy in Liberia — marks the second…

Video: War Crimes Court Office Receives Part of Promised Government Funding as Office Head Prepares for Important Meeting with Ecowas President

Liberia’s Office of the War and Economic Crimes Court has received part of the government funding that had been promised for its operations, a move welcomed by advocates as the office’s director prepares for a key meeting with the President of ECOWAS. The partial funding represents an important step toward advancing Liberia’s long-planned transitional justice…

Video: Liberian Start Up Launches the First Platform for Donations Direct to Liberian Nonprofits    

A Liberian tech start-up has launched the country’s first platform designed to allow donors to give directly to Liberian nonprofit organizations. The initiative is expected to make fundraising easier for local groups by improving access to online giving, strengthening transparency, and helping community-led organizations reach more supporters and resources. Anthony Stephens reports in this social…

Video: Liberia Overwhelmingly Wins UN Security Council Seat as Diplomats Say It Shows Country’s “Growing Regional Influence”

Liberia has overwhelmingly secured a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, a milestone that diplomats say reflects the country’s growing influence and leadership in regional and global affairs. The win highlights Liberia’s strengthened diplomatic presence and opens new opportunities for the nation to contribute to international peace, security, and cooperation at the highest…

Video: Liberia Pauses for National Day of Prayer to Honor Dead and Living Victims of the Country’s Civil Wars  

Liberians observed a National Day of Prayer to honor both the dead and living victims of the country’s civil wars, bringing together communities in reflection, remembrance, and hope for healing. The event highlighted the ongoing journey toward reconciliation as families and leaders paid tribute to those lost and acknowledged the resilience of survivors. Anthony Stephens…

Video: A Range of Security Challenges Will Face War Crimes Courts But Experts Say Accused Perpetrators Are Not Among Them

Liberian experts say that while Liberia’s proposed war crimes courts will face significant security challenges in protecting staff, witnesses, and facilities, there is little risk that accused perpetrators themselves will ignite violence or destabilize peace as the country pursues justice and accountability. Anthony Stephens reports in this social media Video. To read more about this…

Video: New Report Recommends Holistic Approach to Drug Crisis; Calls for Joint Taskforce Against Drug Trafficking In The Mano River Area

A new report urges a holistic strategy to address the rising drug crisis in the Mano River region, calling for the creation of a joint taskforce to strengthen cooperation against drug trafficking across Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea. Nemenlah Cyrus Harmon reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this…

Video: Conservationists Raise Alarm as “Eco-guards” Resume Hunting in Nimba Reserve

Conservationists are raising alarm after former eco-guards assigned to protect the Nimba Forest Reserve reportedly resumed hunting and farming activities inside the protected area, threatening wildlife, biodiversity, and years of conservation efforts. Jerome Saye reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this link: https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/liberia-conservationists-raise-alarm-as-eco-guards-resume-hunting-in-nimba-reserve/ This story was a collaboration…

Video: ‘I Smile in Public and Die Inside’; New Mothers Suffer Alone With A Condition That Devastates Families

Many new mothers in Liberia are silently suffering from a debilitating postpartum condition that devastates families, even as they smile in public and struggle alone in private. Augusta Lafalay reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this link: https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/liberia-i-smile-in-public-and-die-inside-new-mothers-suffer-alone-with-a-condition-that-devastates-families/ This story was a collaboration with New Narratives as part…

Video: National ID Chaos: Frustration Grows as Banking Access and Other Services Denied Amid Enrollment Backlog. World Bank Funding For More Centers On Hold Because of Government Debt

Frustration is growing in Liberia as thousands are denied banking and other essential services due to a national ID enrollment backlog, while World Bank funding for more enrollment centers remains on hold because of government debt. Tetee Gebro and Joyclyn Wea reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this…

Video: As Rural Healthcare Struggles, One Lofa Entrepreneur Steps Up to Bridge the Gap

In rural Lofa County, where healthcare access remains limited, a local entrepreneur is stepping in to bridge the gap and bring essential health services closer to underserved communities. James Papy Kwabo Jr. and Peter Kollie reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this link: https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/liberia-as-rural-healthcare-struggles-one-lofa-entrepreneur-steps-up-to-bridge-the-gap/ This story was a…

Video: Experts Say Liberia’s Security Council Seat Could Strengthen Push for Climate Security, as U.N. High Court Issues Landmark Ruling

Experts say Liberia’s recent seat on the UN Security Council could strengthen the country’s push for climate security, especially following a landmark ruling by the U.N. high court. Aria Deemie reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this link: https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/experts-say-liberias-security-council-seat-could-strengthen-push-for-climate-security-as-u-n-high-court-issues-landmark-ruling/ This story was a collaboration with New Narratives. Funding…

video: Weekend Surges Threaten Sinkor Properties as Coastal Erosion Crisis Deepens

Weekend surges are increasingly threatening homes and properties in Sinkor as coastal erosion worsens along Liberia’s shoreline. Joyclyn Wea reports in this social media Video. To read more about this story click this link: https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/liberia-weekend-surges-threaten-sinkor-properties-as-coastal-erosion-crisis-deepens/ This story was a collaboration with New Narratives as part of the “Investigating Liberia” project. The Swedish Embassy provided funding,…