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Liberians angry after Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise for their leader’s English
The Gleaner
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July 11, 2025
MONROVIA (AP): There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after US President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. “Such good English,” Trump said to Boakai at the White House, with visible surprise. “Such...
Liberia: NASSCORP Celebrates 50 Years of Service To Liberia With A Pledge To Uphold Social Protection, Champion Reform
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
Director General Dewitt B. VonBallmoos paid tribute to three post-war Liberian presidents—Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, George Weah, and Joseph Boakai—for the trust placed in his leadership. Monrovia, Liberia – The National Social Security and Welfare...
Liberia to Lead Newly Formed MRU Parliament
Liberian Observer
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Liberia is poised to take a leading role in West Africa’s regional integration efforts as House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon is expected to become the first Speaker of the newly established Mano River Union Parliamentary Body (MRUPB). The official...
Liberia’s Top High Schools to Compete in National IP Competition Finale
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
The event marks the conclusion of a nationwide academic initiative focused on intellectual property education and awareness. Monrovia – Six high schools from across Liberia are set to compete in the National Finale of the Intellectual Property...
Liberia: CDC Youth League Endorses STAND’s July 17 Nationwide Peaceful Protest
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
CDC Youth League Chairman Emmanuel Johnson Presenting Endorsement Statement to STAND Chairman Mulbah Morlu Monrovia – The Revolutionary National Youth League of the opposition Congress for Democratic Change (CDC) on Thursday formally endorsed the...
Liberia: Speaker Koon Set to Become First Head of Mano River Union Parliament
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
Speaker Koon is reportedly the consensus candidate to lead the MRUPB, following months of internal negotiations and lobbying within the Mano River Union. Monrovia – House Speaker, Richard Nagbe Koon, is expected to be elected as the first Speaker...
Liberia: Two Payroll Systems at MCC – CSA Boss Reveals, Advances Several Recommendations
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
Dr. Joekai disclosed that the internal payroll system at the MCC was designed to supplement the CSA-managed payroll due to discrepancies in salary payments. Monrovia – The Director General of the Civil Service Agency (CSA), Dr. Josiah F. Joekai,...
Liberia: Transport Employee Laments Police Brutality Amid Protest Over Contract Deal
Front Page Africa
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July 11, 2025
A high-ranking employee at the Ministry of Transport has accused the Liberia National Police (LNP) of unleashing brutal force on peaceful civil servants with her suffering the worst hurt during a protest over a controversial contract reportedly...
Liberia to host 2025 investment conference
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 11, 2025
The Government of Liberia, in partnership with NOVA Africa Venture Group, has announced that the 2025 Liberian Investment Conference will be held from Tuesday, July 15 to Friday, July 18 at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex in...
Liberia Rolls Out Red Carpet for 2025 Investment Conference, Eyes Economic Transformation
GNN Liberia
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July 10, 2025
By Amos Harris Liberia is gearing up to host a major economic gathering aimed at accelerating private sector growth, creating jobs, and attracting investment in key development sectors. The 2025 Liberian Investment Conference, running from July 15...
Liberians Slam ‘Condescending’ Trump for ‘Good English’ Remark to President
The Daily Beast
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July 10, 2025
President Donald Trump was not known to be a sharp student in school. So it’s not particularly surprising that he would have forgotten the U.S.’s long history with Liberia, an African nation first settled by freed slaves from the U.S. that has had...
Ballout Pledges to Boost Liberia-Nigeria Economic Ties
GNN Liberia
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July 8, 2025
MONROVIA, Liberia – July 8, 2025 – Former Maryland County Senator John Ballout has vowed to significantly strengthen economic trade and investment between Liberia and Nigeria if confirmed as Liberia’s next Ambassador to Nigeria. Ballout emphasized...
Liberia: U.S. Hails Ivanhoe Rail Access Deal
Skillings Mining Review - Florida
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July 10, 2025
The Government of Liberia’s landmark rail agreement with Ivanhoe Atlantic has received a new wave of endorsement from the United States, following a high-level meeting between President Joseph N. Boakai and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State...
Many Liberians take offense after US leader praises their president’s English
Baltimore Afro-American - Maryland
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July 12, 2025
By Mark Mengonfia, Monika Pronczuk and Wilson McMakin The Associated Press MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s praise of the “beautiful” English of Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai drew confusion July 10 in the English-speaking...
New Liberia Trade Office in Philadelphia Targets Diaspora, U.S. Partnerships
Liberian Observer
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Philadelphia, PA – Liberia has officially opened its Trade and Investment Office in Philadelphia, a bold move aimed at deepening commercial ties with the United States while offering a platform for diaspora engagement and private-sector...
Liberians confused and angry after Trump's 'condescending' praise for their leader's English
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) — There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. “Such good English,” Trump said to Boakai at the White House, with visible...
Many Liberians take offense after Trump praises their president’s English
Associated Press
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July 10, 2025
MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s praise of the “beautiful” English of Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai drew confusion Thursday in the English-speaking African country and umbrage over what many considered condescending...
Liberians confused and angry after Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise for their leader’s English
Boston Herald - Massachusetts
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July 10, 2025
By MARK MENGONFIA, MONIKA PRONCZUK and WILSON MCMAKIN MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) — There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. “Such good English,” Trump...
Liberia anger at Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise for Boakai’s ‘beautiful English’
Express & Star
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There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after US President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. “Such good English,” Mr Trump said to Mr Boakai, with visible surprise. “Such beautiful English.” English...
Liberians confused and angry after Trump's praise for president's 'beautiful English'
NBC News
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July 10, 2025
There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. "Such good English," Trump said to Boakai, with visible surprise. "Such beautiful English." English has...