Bad Governance and Africa’s Poverty Trap
Tag: Liberia
Three more African nations roll out malaria vaccine
Three more African countries have joined a rollout of malaria vaccines targetting millions of children in a continent that accounts for 95 percent of malaria deaths, the UN said Thursday.…
Liberia defence minister resigns 10 days after appointment
Liberia’s new defence minister on Monday resigned from his post just 10 days after being appointed, following a protest by soldiers’ wives, the presidency said. The resignation marks the first…
Liberian president-elect Boakai urges unity
Liberia’s president-elect Joseph Boakai on Wednesday called for unity to rebuild the country as he delivered his first speech since a narrow victory at the polls. Boakai, a 78-year-old political…
African Union congratulates Liberia’s Boakai on his election
The African Union said Monday it “congratulates” Joseph Boakai for his election as president of Liberia, while it “hails the statesmanship” of incumbent George Weah, who conceded in defeat. Veteran…
Liberia’s Upcoming Election 2023: An Immense Turning Point for the Nation
The upcoming elections in Liberia in 2023 are of utmost importance for the future of the country. This election will be a significant turning point in the nation's efforts to strengthen its democratic institutions and address long-standing problems. In this post, we'll look at some of the most important issues surrounding the next election and how they can affect Liberia's future.