Month: July 2024

 President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has made additional nominations and appointments in government affecting the Liberia Land Authority, and Boards of the William V. S. Tubman University, ArcelorMittal Liberia Limited, ArcelorMittal Holdings (Concessionaire) National Public Health Institute of Liberia, and Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA) These appointments, where applicable, are subject to confirmation by the Liberian Senate.   The institutions and those nominated and appointed are: I.)    Liberia Land Authority 1.    Ali […]

 On July 16, the European Union marked a milestone with the inauguration of newly constructed facilities at the General Dhagabadan Training Center (GDTC) in Somalia. This significant event was attended by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Salah Jama, alongside the EU Ambassador to Somalia, H.E. Karin Johansson, the EUTM Force Commander, General Giuseppe Zizzari, and a visiting delegation from the Brussels HQ. Under the […]

 Deputy Foreign Minister Pahala Mansury emphasized the importance of reviving the spirit of Global South solidarity, particularly between Indonesia and Africa. This was conveyed by Deputy Foreign Minister Pahala during a meeting with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of Tanzania, Mbarouk Nassor Mbarouk, and Tanzanian business leaders in Dar es Salaam (20/7). During a Breakfast Meeting with Tanzanian business leaders, Deputy Foreign Minister Pahala discussed plans for […]

 President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.  has held a strategic meeting with renowned entrepreneur and the world's wealthiest businessman Elon Musk. Held virtually, the high-level meeting provided an opportunity for Mr. Musk to express his gratitude for the engagement with President Boakai and commended the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, particularly acknowledging the efforts of Minister Sara Beyslow-Nyanti and her Team for their exceptional coordination and facilitation. President Boakai highlighted the importance […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa has assented to the Pension Funds Amendment Bill which amends pension-related legislation to enable the implementation of the recently legislated two-pot retirement system, geared towards bolstering retirement savings. The new Pension Funds Amendment Act amends the Pension Funds Act of 1956, the Post and Telecommunications-Related Matters Act of 1958, the Transnet Pension Fund Act of 1990 and the Government Employees Pension Law of 1996. The law provides […]

 President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr, has heaped praises on Liberian Muslims for their continuous contributions to nation building. The President made the commendation at this year’s Islamic Intercessory Service held at the 17th Street Mosque in Sinkor, as part of celebrations marking Liberia's 177th Independence Anniversary. In his address, the President emphasized the importance of unity, faith, and collective responsibility in shaping the future of the nation. He recognized the […]

 The African Union Executive Council session concluded its 45th Ordinary Session on the 19th July 2024, after deliberations that delved into various key issues that would advance the political and socio-economic development and integration of the continent. Part of the agenda of the two-day ministerial meeting was elections and appointments of officials to African Union Organs and institutions. The ministers held successful elections that concluded with the appointment of the […]

 UNSMIL takes note of the meeting of members of the House of Representatives and the High Council of State Cairo on 18 July. While the Mission welcomes all steps in support of a Libyan consensus that facilitates a Libyan-led and owned political process towards national elections, the Mission reiterates that any such steps should be inclusive with a clear path to elections. The Mission encourages the members involved to build […]

 President Isaias Afwerki received today morning, at his Office in Adi-Halo, Eritrean National Team Athletes who will compete at the Paris Olympics Games scheduled to start next week. President Isaias reiterated his firm belief that Eritrea will produce some of the best international athletes in various sports, both in quality and quantity. In this context, President Isaias underlined the imperative of working at the grassroots level. He emphasized the need to put […]