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03/10/2026

Ministry of Youth and Sports Concludes 4-Day Youth Literacy Training With Luminos Fund

By Chris A Darpoh

KAKATA CITY, Margibi County – October 3, 2026
The The Ministry of Youth and Sports, in partnership with Luminos Fund, has concluded a four-day training workshop for Phase Two of the Youth Literacy Program.

The training began on September 30, 2026, in Kakata City, Margibi County. It brought together 80 coaches, 6 supervisors, and 6 county coordinators from six counties: Gbarpolu, Cape Mount, Bomi, B**g, Nimba, and Margibi.

The Youth Literacy Program is currently being implemented in six counties across Liberia. The program aims to improve reading and writing skills among young people.

Speaking on behalf of the Ministry, Mr. Tubman J. Nyennety, Head of the Literacy Education Program, said the workshop was meant to equip participants with the skills and methods needed to effectively run the program in their communities. He said coaches and supervisors were trained to better support learners and ensure quality teaching.

Meanwhile, beneficiaries thanked Luminos Fund through the Ministry of Youth and Sports for the opportunity.

Speaking to reporters at the end of the training, the Youth and Sports Coordinator of Gbarpolu County, Willie Taylor, called on his colleagues in the six counties to take the program seriously in order to make a greater impact.

The Youth Literacy Program continues to empower Liberian youth through education, with support from partners committed to youth development.

03/10/2026

National County Sports Meet to Kick Off November 29 in Lofa County

By Staff Writer

Paynesville, Liberia - The 2026/2027 National County Sports Meet will officially commence on November 29, 2026, in Lofa County, the National Steering Committee has announced.

The decision was reached at a key preparatory meeting held on Thursday, October 2, 2026, in Paynesville, chaired by the Minister of Youth and Sports, Hon. Atty. Cornelia W. Kruah.

With 57 days to kickoff, the Steering Committee approved the 2026/2027 National County Sports Meet Rules which will guide all counties, players, and technical officials. The Committee stressed strict compliance to ensure fairness, discipline and transparency.

In a major development, Minister Kruah disclosed that the Ministry has received the first allotment of funding for counties.

Counties will begin receiving funds once they submit financial reports and account for funds provided during the previous County Meet, as part of new accountability measures.

The Steering Committee also welcomed the Liberia Giving Month fundraising initiative, where 40% of funds raised will go to county sports investment and 60% to county wellbeing initiatives to build sustainable sports infrastructure.

"This year, every county must be able to demonstrate tangible investment in sports infrastructure at the end of the tournament," Minister Kruah emphasized.

Four counties will host this year's edition: Lofa, B**g, Grand Gedeh, and Grand Kru. Football and kickball matches will kick off in the other three host venues on November 30.

The opening ceremony will feature a 10-kilometer run, a special female soccer exhibition match, and a major attraction Diaspora All-Stars vs County All-Stars* match at the SKD Sports Complex in Monrovia.

Meanwhile, team and player registration will run from October 5 to October 21, 2026.* The Ministry is urging all counties to work with the County Meet Secretariat to complete registration on time.

Courtesy of The Ministry of Youth and Sports Liberia

03/10/2026

BAO CHICO Education Program Commences Training at For Life Zoe with Team 50

By Staff Writer

Monrovia - The BAO CHICO Administered Education Program has officially kicked off with Team 50 at For Life Zoe institution in Monrovia.

Of the 130 TVET beneficiaries under the program, 50 are already enrolled at 4-Life Zoe in Monrovia, according to the Scholarship Implementation Unit Head, Dr. Samuel Kortu Nelson.

On the Friday Edition of The Daily Talk on the local radio, Dr. Nelson disclosed that the 50 students in Monrovia are being provided full accommodation, feeding, and training materials for the duration of their studies.

The Education Program Implementation Unit (EPIU) recently visited the Gbarpolu County Team 50 at 4-Life to assess their progress and welfare.

Meanwhile, Dr. Nelson clarified that the remaining 80 beneficiaries, referred to as Team 80, will remain in Gbarpolu to acquire their TVET skills at Global Technology Institute.

He stated that the Implementation Unit has already engaged Global Technology to establish a branch in Bopolu City, and the institution has agreed.

He further disclosed that among Team 80, beneficiaries coming from outside Bopolu City will receive accommodation, while all 80 beneficiaries will receive learning materials and feeding throughout the program in Bopolu.

The BAO CHICO Education Program is being implemented by an established Education Program Implementation Unit (EPIU) to empower youth in Gbarpolu through technical and vocational education.

Photos from the visit show the beneficiaries in high spirits.

01/10/2026

At the high Level Pre Community Engagement Talks with Citizens, and County Leadership in Bopolu city as Government Connects Gbarpolu to the National Electricity Grid, Sahadrach A. Maxwell Sr. provided safety awareness by outlining the ten (10) life-saving rules associated with the Liberia electricity cooperation (LEC)…

Video credit: Jallah crawu

01/10/2026

For Immediate Release

LRA Hails Media as Key Partner in Liberia’s Revenue Mobilization Drive

Monrovia, Liberia – October 1, 2026: The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has hailed the Liberian media as a key partner in strengthening domestic revenue mobilization, citing its important role in taxpayer education, transparency, accountability, and public awareness.

LRA Acting Communications Manager Jerry Laynumah Siakor made the remarks on behalf of the Authority at the Press Union of Liberia’s (PUL) 62nd anniversary celebration in Monrovia.

Mr. Siakor congratulated the PUL on more than six decades of service to Liberia, describing the media as an essential pillar of democracy that informs the public, promotes accountability, and provides citizens with platforms to participate meaningfully in national development.

He noted that effective revenue mobilization requires an informed and engaged public that understands the importance of taxation, compliance requirements, and the role domestic revenue plays in financing national development and improving public services across all sectors of society.

According to Mr. Siakor, radio, television, newspapers, community outreach platforms, and digital media remain vital channels for making tax information more accessible and understandable to the public.

He said the media can help simplify complex tax information, counter misinformation, encourage voluntary compliance, and strengthen communication between taxpayers and the Revenue Authority.

“As Liberia strives toward greater self-reliance, we encourage the media to continue helping us build a culture where paying legitimate taxes is understood not merely as an obligation but as a civic contribution to building the Liberia we all desire,” Mr. Siakor said.

He called for deeper LRA-media engagement to expand taxpayer education and public awareness across the country.

“At the LRA, we recognize the media as an important partner in domestic revenue mobilization. Through accurate reporting, public education, and constructive engagement, the media helps citizens understand the importance of taxation and how tax revenues contribute to national development. Working together, we can build greater public trust and foster a stronger culture of voluntary tax compliance,” Mr. Siakor said.

The anniversary celebration, held under the theme “Empowering Independent Media for Democracy, Accountability, and Sustainable Development,” brought together media practitioners, representatives of public and private sector institutions, and other key stakeholders.

01/10/2026

‎FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: GBARPOLU COUNTY STRENGTHENS TECHNICAL BENCH WITH 5 PROVEN PROFESSIONALS
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‎The Gbarpolu County Sports Steering Committee is pleased to announce the completion of our Football Technical Team.
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‎Five highly qualified and dedicated officials have now officially joined Head Coach Mathew Dee and Deputy Coach Mohammed Fully to form a complete, experienced and winning technical setup for Gbarpolu.
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‎This is a blend of CAF-Certified Coaches, FIFA-Technicians, and Tested County Meet Experience.
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‎MEET THE ADDITIONS:
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‎1. Bendu Ballah - Team Manager ~ A history-maker and strategist. A 2024 CAF License 'D' holder, current Coach of Totoquelleh Town, Head Coach of Excellent FC (Gbarpolu 3rd Division), and former Deputy Coach of Bopolu District in the 2026 District Tournament.
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‎She is respected for tactical planning and talent management.
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‎"I am not just eager to learn while serving as Team Manager," but Bendu said, "I am eager to be part of this technical team to build a squad that will bring pride and honor to Gbarpolu."
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‎2. Jallah R. Massaly - Trainer ~ The Homegrown Champion. A proud son of Gbarpolu (born 2000), FIFA Certified Connect System Technician and FIFA/CAF License D holder. As Head Coach of Mission Ants FC (2023-present), he led the team from 4th to 3rd Division in 2024, won the Bokomu District Trophy and BEST COACH AWARD in the 2026 District Tournament, and won the 2025/2026 Gbarpolu LFA 3rd Division Championship, advancing to the National 3rd Division Playoff Round Two. His philosophy: Teamwork, Dedication and Continuous Improvement.
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‎3. Mohammed Dunbar - Technical Director ~ The County Meet Brain. A CAF Licensed Coach with years of County Meet football experience. His deep understanding of the tournament's pressure and dynamics is a massive plus for our technical bench.
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‎He is the strategic anchor of the team.
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‎4. Amara Jusu - Team Medic ~ Safety First. A seasoned health practitioner with several years of experience with the Gbarpolu County Health Team. Our players' health, fitness and quick recovery is in professional hands.

‎5. Ballah Kortu - Kitman ~ The Trusted Servant. Dutiful, dedicated and honest. For over two years, he has served this post with excellence. His loyalty and knowledge continue to attract the confidence of the Steering Committee.

‎THE COMPLETE TECHNICAL TEAM:
‎- Mathew Dee – Head Coach
‎- Mohammed Fully – Deputy Coach
‎- Mohammed Dunbar – Technical Director
‎- Bendu Ballah – Team Manager
‎- Jallah R. Massaly – Trainer
‎- Amara Jusu – Medic
‎- Ballah Kortu – Kitman
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‎With this team, Gbarpolu is not just going to participate - we are going to COMPETE!
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‎GBARPOLU... PRIDE! HONOR! VICTORY!
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‎Issued by: Media and Publicity Team
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‎Approved by: Kelvin Varmah - Chairman, Gbarpolu County Sports Steering Committee
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01/10/2026

Pictorial NEWS FLASH: Bopolu to Get LEC Light Before Christmas 2026! $5.4M Government of Liberia Project Now Underway!

Below pictorial from Bopolu City Hall engagement, Wednesday, Sept 30, 2026 - LEC assures Bopolu will shine before Christmas!

Liberia Electricity Corporation
Executive Mansion-Liberia
Ministry of Finance and Development Planning
Ministry of Local Government-Republic of Liberia

01/10/2026

For Immediate Release

LRA Reaffirms Partnership with Diaspora on Tax Compliance and Investment

Monrovia, Liberia – September 30, 2026: The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening engagement with Liberians in the diaspora to promote tax compliance, investment, and national development.

Assistant Commissioner for Taxpayer Services Isaac B. Stevens and head of the LRA diaspora engagement team, speaking on behalf of LRA Commissioner General James Dorbor Jallah, made the pledge during the 2026 Liberia Diaspora Annual Conference in the United States.

Mr. Stevens emphasized the LRA’s mandate to professionally, fairly, transparently, and effectively collect lawful revenues while facilitating legitimate trade and supporting social protection.

He underscored the importance of domestic revenue mobilization to Liberia’s development, urging members of the diaspora to regard tax payment as both a legal obligation and a civic responsibility.

“It is important that we all pay our taxes to help make our country better for all of us,” Stevens said, stressing that tax compliance contributes to financing public services and national development.

He also assured the diaspora community that the LRA remains a partner to diaspora investment, encouraging continued engagement in Liberia’s economic growth and development.

Assistant Commissioner Stevens further highlighted the LRA’s ongoing efforts to establish a modern AI-powered Contact Center designed to improve access to tax information and enhance the management and resolution of taxpayer inquiries.

The Contact Center, currently being developed by Liberian technology firm Kwagei Group, is expected to provide taxpayers and the public, including those outside Liberia, with timely information on tax matters.

As part of its diaspora engagement initiative, the LRA will conduct outreach activities among Liberian communities in the United States to provide information and education on the Liberian tax system, including real property tax, duty-free privileges, customs clearance procedures, tax filing and payment deadlines, and the Authority’s programs and initiatives.

The LRA diaspora engagement team includes, Assistant Commissioner for Taxpayer Services Isaac B. Steven, James B. Kokulo, Manager of the Bank and Service Delivery Monitoring Section, and Jebeh Kawah, Technical Focal Point in the Office of the Commissioner General.

The engagement forms part of the LRA’s broader efforts to strengthen taxpayer education, improve service delivery, and expand access to tax information beyond Liberia.

01/10/2026

VOICE OF GBARPOLU CONGRATULATES ONE OF OUR OWN! 🎓

The Management and Staff of Voice of Gbarpolu extends heartfelt congratulations to one of Gbarpolu's brightest sons, Mr. Gilbert N. Lewis, on his graduation today, October 1, 2026, with a Master of Science (MSc) in International Development Studies from the University of Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK), Rwanda.

Gilbert is not just a son of Gbarpolu, he is family. We have worked together and done many great things for the betterment of our society. His concern, encouragement and support to Voice of Gbarpolu means a lot to us.

We are proud of you, brother!

Please join us to congratulate our brother in the comment section.

Congratulations Gilbert! Gbarpolu is proud of you!

30/09/2026

GBARPOLU IS ON! LEC Storms Bopolu City - Free Meters, Street Lights, Full Electrification Loading...
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‎By Henry B Gboluma Jr
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‎Bopolu City, Gbarpolu County - September 30, 2026 ~ ‎The Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC) has assured citizens of Gbarpolu that Bopolu City will be electrified before Christmas this December.
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‎The assurance was made on Wednesday , September 30, 2026, during a high-level pre-community engagement meeting held at the Bopolu City Hall.
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‎The meeting was chaired by Mrs. Millie Williams - Manager for Community Empowerment, and Engineer Amjad Kiawu of LEC, alongside Senator Botoe Kanneh, Chairperson of the Gbarpolu Legislative Caucus, and Hon. Mustapha Waritay of District #3. The Office of the County Superintendent was represented by his Special Assistant, Mr. Emmanuel Corcor.
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‎Over 100 residents of Bopolu City attended the meeting.
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‎Similar engagements were also held at Compound Sue Junction on the Monrovia-Bopolu Highway in District #1, while more meetings will continue in District #3 on Thursday.
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‎The engagement brought together elders, youth leaders, women groups and community representatives. Discussions focused on the roadmap for electrification, community cooperation to protect poles and transformers, anti-power theft, and how electricity will boost businesses, schools, and health facilities.
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‎According to LEC, the Gbarpolu expansion project costs about $5.4 million. The power line will pick up from Bomi to Bopolu City and from Sawmill to Lofa Bridge.

Besides, Nine towns along the Tubmanburg to Bopolu road will be electrified. Six towns will also be connected along the Sawmill to Vaye Town belt in Gbarma District.
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‎LEC said the entire Bopolu City will be fully electrified, including street lights.

Meanwhile, the Emirates Hospital will get its own dedicated transformer according to the LEC team.
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‎"This project is due to be commissioned in December, before Christmas this year," LEC said.
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‎On connection, LEC said single-phase meters will be free. The current will be sold for 22 cents per kilowatt hour. The current is not free. Customers will also be paying a fixed charge of $2.26 once a month for residential homes for network maintenance.
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‎The County Leadership and citizens welcomed the project and pledged full support to the LEC team.
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‎Gbarpolu is ON!
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