Liberia

Country Liberia
Capital Monrovia
Continent Africa
Currency Liberian dollar(LRD)
Languages English

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Introduction

Settlement of freed slaves from the US in what is today Liberia began in 1822; by 1847, the Americo-Liberians were able to establish a republic. William TUBMAN, president from 1944-71, did much to promote foreign investment and to bridge the economic, social, and political gaps between the descendents of the original settlers and the inhabitants of the interior. In 1980, a military coup led by Samuel DOE ushered in a decade of authoritarian rule. In December 1989, Charles TAYLOR launched a rebellion against DOE's regime that led to a prolonged civil war in which DOE himself was killed. A period of relative peace in 1997 allowed for elections that brought TAYLOR to power, but major fighting resumed in 2000. An August 2003 peace agreement ended the war and prompted the resignation of former president Charles TAYLOR, who faces war crimes charges in The Hague related to his involvement in Sierra Leone's civil war. After two years of rule by a transitional government, democratic elections in late 2005 brought President Ellen JOHNSON SIRLEAF to power. The UN Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) maintains a strong presence throughout the country, but the security situation is still fragile and the process of rebuilding the social and economic structure of this war-torn country continues.

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Liberia - Wikipedia
Liberia - CIA World Fact Book
Liberia - BBC
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CRALOR BOI CIC IS LIBERIA’S LOCAL CHAMPION - NativeMagCRALOR BOI CIC IS LIBERIA’S LOCAL CHAMPION  NativeMag

Liberia Reviews National ICT Policy to Drive Digital Transformation - TechAfrica NewsLiberia Reviews National ICT Policy to Drive Digital Transformation  TechAfrica News

Liberia vs Morocco - Class. 9-10 - FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025 - fiba.basketballLiberia vs Morocco - Class. 9-10 - FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025  fiba.basketball

Liberia’s Recent Election to United Nations Security Council Spurs High-Level Diplomatic Engagements - ZAWYALiberia’s Recent Election to United Nations Security Council Spurs High-Level Diplomatic Engagements  ZAWYA

Trump's 'English' compliment to Liberia's president turns into 'national embarrassment'; Here's why - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesTrump's 'English' compliment to Liberia's president turns into 'national embarrassment'; Here's why - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Liberia Launches Roadmap for Strengthened and Modernized Education Data Systems - African UnionLiberia Launches Roadmap for Strengthened and Modernized Education Data Systems  African Union

Malawi vs Liberia: CAF World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head - BBCMalawi vs Liberia: CAF World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head  BBC

Liberia - Civil War, Reconstruction, Independence - BritannicaLiberia - Civil War, Reconstruction, Independence  Britannica

JetBlue’s Fort Lauderdale Expansion Brings Daily Flights to Liberia Costa Rica - The Tico TimesJetBlue’s Fort Lauderdale Expansion Brings Daily Flights to Liberia Costa Rica  The Tico Times

Japan-Liberia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Liberia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Rwanda, Liberia ink visa waiver, cooperation agreements| The New Times - The New TimesRwanda, Liberia ink visa waiver, cooperation agreements| The New Times  The New Times

Putting People First: How We Support the Forest Sector in Liberia - World BankPutting People First: How We Support the Forest Sector in Liberia  World Bank

“Women Are Demanding Equality” - liberianobserver.com“Women Are Demanding Equality”  liberianobserver.com

Goals and Highlights: Malawi 2-2 Liberia in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers - VAVEL.comGoals and Highlights: Malawi 2-2 Liberia in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers  VAVEL.com

Divine Word Missionaries in Ghana-Liberia Acclaimed for 150 Years of Zeal, Steady Growth - aciafrica.orgDivine Word Missionaries in Ghana-Liberia Acclaimed for 150 Years of Zeal, Steady Growth  aciafrica.org

Liberia Takes Lead Role in Safeguarding Information Integrity Across West Africa - TechAfrica NewsLiberia Takes Lead Role in Safeguarding Information Integrity Across West Africa  TechAfrica News

Mali hold off Egypt to top Group C, Liberia celebrate historic first win - fiba.basketballMali hold off Egypt to top Group C, Liberia celebrate historic first win  fiba.basketball

Liberia - Peace, Reconciliation, Recovery - BritannicaLiberia - Peace, Reconciliation, Recovery  Britannica

Japan-Liberia Summit Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Liberia Summit Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Liberia, Rwanda Seal Pacts to Enhance Visa-Free Travel, Trade - liberianobserver.comLiberia, Rwanda Seal Pacts to Enhance Visa-Free Travel, Trade  liberianobserver.com

Singo out of Malawi vs Liberia match, Salima doubtful - FCB Nyasa Big Bullets FCSingo out of Malawi vs Liberia match, Salima doubtful  FCB Nyasa Big Bullets FC

Joseph Boakai: Plane carrying Liberian president involved in landing scare - BBCJoseph Boakai: Plane carrying Liberian president involved in landing scare  BBC

Liberia launches US$900 million legacy agriculture program at AFS Forum 2025 to drive food security and sustainable growth - Africa Sustainability MattersLiberia launches US$900 million legacy agriculture program at AFS Forum 2025 to drive food security and sustainable growth  Africa Sustainability Matters

If illegal logging starts again, Liberia could lose more than its beloved pygmy hippos | Ellen Johnson Sirleaf - The GuardianIf illegal logging starts again, Liberia could lose more than its beloved pygmy hippos | Ellen Johnson Sirleaf  The Guardian

Factoring "feminine failure" into our model for gender equality - liberianobserver.comFactoring "feminine failure" into our model for gender equality  liberianobserver.com

Rolling out the AfCFTA strategy in Liberia - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaRolling out the AfCFTA strategy in Liberia  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

South Africa’s Ambassador Backs Liberia’s Women Legislators Project, Warns Against Global Pushback on Gender Equality - FrontPageAfricaSouth Africa’s Ambassador Backs Liberia’s Women Legislators Project, Warns Against Global Pushback on Gender Equality  FrontPageAfrica

Three years on from a deadly measles outbreak, Liberian parents are choosing vaccination - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceThree years on from a deadly measles outbreak, Liberian parents are choosing vaccination  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

The Central Bank of Liberia Reassures Public on Availability of Liberian Dollars - liberianobserver.comThe Central Bank of Liberia Reassures Public on Availability of Liberian Dollars  liberianobserver.com

NLA Launches Back to school Projects - liberianobserver.comNLA Launches Back to school Projects  liberianobserver.com

Liberia joins the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe as an Associate Member - The Council of EuropeLiberia joins the North-South Centre of the Council of Europe as an Associate Member  The Council of Europe

Stakeholders Push for Broader Approach Beyond War Crimes Court - liberianobserver.comStakeholders Push for Broader Approach Beyond War Crimes Court  liberianobserver.com

Liberia to start industrial shrimp fishing, worrying artisanal fishers - MongabayLiberia to start industrial shrimp fishing, worrying artisanal fishers  Mongabay

RAL Lauded for Criminal Justice Awareness Initiative - liberianobserver.comRAL Lauded for Criminal Justice Awareness Initiative  liberianobserver.com

India Unveils GST 2.0: A Simplified and Growth-Oriented Tax Reform - liberianobserver.comIndia Unveils GST 2.0: A Simplified and Growth-Oriented Tax Reform  liberianobserver.com

President Boakai Hails Nationwide and Global Independence Day Celebrations as Symbol of Renewed Hope and Unity - The Executive MansionPresident Boakai Hails Nationwide and Global Independence Day Celebrations as Symbol of Renewed Hope and Unity  The Executive Mansion

Watch: Trump praises Liberian president's English, the country's official language - BBCWatch: Trump praises Liberian president's English, the country's official language  BBC

Indian leaders in Liberia highlight Pakistan's role in terrorism, call for global unity - The Economic TimesIndian leaders in Liberia highlight Pakistan's role in terrorism, call for global unity  The Economic Times

Liberia - Conservation InternationalLiberia  Conservation International

FIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ: Malawi vs Liberia confirmed line-ups - Africa Top SportsFIFA World Cup FIFAWCQ: Malawi vs Liberia confirmed line-ups  Africa Top Sports

Liberia: Six things Donald Trump should know after he praised Joseph Boakai's 'good English' - BBCLiberia: Six things Donald Trump should know after he praised Joseph Boakai's 'good English'  BBC

Another first for Liberia: showcasing the new World Bank Group engagement approach and jobs agenda - World Bank BlogsAnother first for Liberia: showcasing the new World Bank Group engagement approach and jobs agenda  World Bank Blogs

EU Envoy Warns Of Sahel Conflict Spillover in Liberia - allAfrica.comEU Envoy Warns Of Sahel Conflict Spillover in Liberia  allAfrica.com

Liberia anti-corruption: President Boakai suspends top officials for non-declaration of assets - BBCLiberia anti-corruption: President Boakai suspends top officials for non-declaration of assets  BBC

Liberia parliament fire: Politicians and ex-speaker accused of arson bailed - BBCLiberia parliament fire: Politicians and ex-speaker accused of arson bailed  BBC

This is how Liberians reacted to Trump’s surprise at the President’s English skills - CNNThis is how Liberians reacted to Trump’s surprise at the President’s English skills  CNN

Liberia: Turkish National Suspected of Ebola Dies; Over 20 Quarantined in Ganta as Army Enforces Compliance, But NPHIL Says No Ebola Detected - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: Turkish National Suspected of Ebola Dies; Over 20 Quarantined in Ganta as Army Enforces Compliance, But NPHIL Says No Ebola Detected  FrontPageAfrica

Permanent Delegate of the Republic of Liberia to UNESCO (March 2025) - UNESCOPermanent Delegate of the Republic of Liberia to UNESCO (March 2025)  UNESCO

Liberia National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Liberia National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Archived: Former Armed Forces of Liberia commanding general charged with immigration fraud, perjury following HSI Philadelphia investigation - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)Archived: Former Armed Forces of Liberia commanding general charged with immigration fraud, perjury following HSI Philadelphia investigation  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)

Advancing Liberia’s Education Policy through EMIS Dialogue and Review - African UnionAdvancing Liberia’s Education Policy through EMIS Dialogue and Review  African Union

Capitol Arson Defendants Reject Second Hospital for Medical Examination - liberianobserver.comCapitol Arson Defendants Reject Second Hospital for Medical Examination  liberianobserver.com

EU envoy flags regional security risk - thenewdawnliberia.comEU envoy flags regional security risk  thenewdawnliberia.com

‘Such good English’: Liberians confused, angry at Trump comments to Boakai - Al Jazeera‘Such good English’: Liberians confused, angry at Trump comments to Boakai  Al Jazeera

William Tolbert: Liberian president killed in coup to get state funeral after 45 years - BBCWilliam Tolbert: Liberian president killed in coup to get state funeral after 45 years  BBC

Where is Liberia, whose president Trump praised for his ‘good English’? - Al JazeeraWhere is Liberia, whose president Trump praised for his ‘good English’?  Al Jazeera

BRICS Countries, UN Partners Commit US$1 Million to Boost Liberian Women Leadership - liberianobserver.comBRICS Countries, UN Partners Commit US$1 Million to Boost Liberian Women Leadership  liberianobserver.com

Liberia, India, Brazil, South Africa, and UN Women Launch $1 Million Project to Empower Women Legislators - FrontPageAfricaLiberia, India, Brazil, South Africa, and UN Women Launch $1 Million Project to Empower Women Legislators  FrontPageAfrica

Training police helps safeguard human rights in Liberia’s elections - ohchrTraining police helps safeguard human rights in Liberia’s elections  ohchr

Cohort V Bootcamp Empowers Liberian MSMEs for Growth - FrontPageAfricaCohort V Bootcamp Empowers Liberian MSMEs for Growth  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: AFL Soldier Allegedly Brutalized by Rogue Cop and Civilian Thugs at Palm Spring Community in Careysburg; Victim Hospitalized, Nation Demands Justice - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: AFL Soldier Allegedly Brutalized by Rogue Cop and Civilian Thugs at Palm Spring Community in Careysburg; Victim Hospitalized, Nation Demands Justice  FrontPageAfrica

President Boakai Welcomes New Peace Corps Volunteers, Highlights Longstanding Liberia Partnership - The Executive MansionPresident Boakai Welcomes New Peace Corps Volunteers, Highlights Longstanding Liberia Partnership  The Executive Mansion

Women Football Two Sierra Leoneans Appointed for Maiden WAFU A U-17 Girls’ Tournament in Liberia - Africa Top SportsWomen Football Two Sierra Leoneans Appointed for Maiden WAFU A U-17 Girls’ Tournament in Liberia  Africa Top Sports

Senior EU Diplomat Warns Disinformation Is a ‘Major Threat’ to Liberian Democracy, Links Climate Change to Regional Migration - FrontPageAfricaSenior EU Diplomat Warns Disinformation Is a ‘Major Threat’ to Liberian Democracy, Links Climate Change to Regional Migration  FrontPageAfrica

No justice in sight for World Bank project-affected communities in Liberia - MongabayNo justice in sight for World Bank project-affected communities in Liberia  Mongabay

A Liberian immigrant who lived in South Jersey will serve nearly 5 years in prison for concealing his past as a rebel general - Inquirer.comA Liberian immigrant who lived in South Jersey will serve nearly 5 years in prison for concealing his past as a rebel general  Inquirer.com

Israel Calls for Liberia Embassy in Jerusalem - liberianobserver.comIsrael Calls for Liberia Embassy in Jerusalem  liberianobserver.com

Firestone Liberia Rejects Tax Justice Network Africa’s Claims - FrontPageAfricaFirestone Liberia Rejects Tax Justice Network Africa’s Claims  FrontPageAfrica

Peter Matthew George: Top Liberian doctor struck off as qualifications questioned - BBCPeter Matthew George: Top Liberian doctor struck off as qualifications questioned  BBC

A World of Difference: Two Mines students in Liberia teach, build lasting impressions - kotatv.comA World of Difference: Two Mines students in Liberia teach, build lasting impressions  kotatv.com

Liberia’s women in white who helped end civil war - BBCLiberia’s women in white who helped end civil war  BBC

Liberia Capitol fire: Ex-speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa charged with arson - BBCLiberia Capitol fire: Ex-speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa charged with arson  BBC

It is time Liberia enacts legislation banning FGM - Al JazeeraIt is time Liberia enacts legislation banning FGM  Al Jazeera

West Africa: EU Envoy Warns of Sahel Crises Consequences in Liberia - allAfrica.comWest Africa: EU Envoy Warns of Sahel Crises Consequences in Liberia  allAfrica.com

PRESIDENT BOAKAI TOURS LPRC FACILITY AS LIBERIA ACHIEVES HISTORIC FUEL IMPORT MILESTONE - The Executive MansionPRESIDENT BOAKAI TOURS LPRC FACILITY AS LIBERIA ACHIEVES HISTORIC FUEL IMPORT MILESTONE  The Executive Mansion

Central Bank of Liberia joins World Bank RAMP, global partnership of public asset managers - World BankCentral Bank of Liberia joins World Bank RAMP, global partnership of public asset managers  World Bank

Malawi vs Liberia Prediction: A draw is possible in this clash - Telecom Asia SportMalawi vs Liberia Prediction: A draw is possible in this clash  Telecom Asia Sport

Liberia vs Egypt - Group Phase - FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025 - fiba.basketballLiberia vs Egypt - Group Phase - FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025  fiba.basketball

WATCH: Trump praises Liberian President Boakai’s ‘beautiful English’ - PBSWATCH: Trump praises Liberian President Boakai’s ‘beautiful English’  PBS

Liberia: Eulogy for Sylvester M. Grigsby, by his daughter S. Mayumi Umi Grigsby - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: Eulogy for Sylvester M. Grigsby, by his daughter S. Mayumi Umi Grigsby  FrontPageAfrica

Trump praises English of the leader of Liberia – where English is the official language - The GuardianTrump praises English of the leader of Liberia – where English is the official language  The Guardian

Liberia's Boakai apologises to war victims, honours slain presidents - ReutersLiberia's Boakai apologises to war victims, honours slain presidents  Reuters

Liberia: Total population from 2013 to 2023, by gender - StatistaLiberia: Total population from 2013 to 2023, by gender  Statista

Boakai Orders Public Officials to Pay Property Taxes - liberianobserver.comBoakai Orders Public Officials to Pay Property Taxes  liberianobserver.com

Liberia: Court Finds Bill Jallah Guilty of Murder, Attempted Murder, and Aggravated Assault - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: Court Finds Bill Jallah Guilty of Murder, Attempted Murder, and Aggravated Assault  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia Country Economic Memorandum 2025 - Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia - World BankLiberia Country Economic Memorandum 2025 - Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia  World Bank

Liberia: Boakai Appoints Longtime Aide as Minister of State, Ending Weeks of Speculation Over Grigsby’s Successor - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: Boakai Appoints Longtime Aide as Minister of State, Ending Weeks of Speculation Over Grigsby’s Successor  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia FA begin four-day sports medics workshop - Africa Top SportsLiberia FA begin four-day sports medics workshop  Africa Top Sports

A week in Liberia strengthening Public Affairs partnerships - army.milA week in Liberia strengthening Public Affairs partnerships  army.mil

LFA President Hails Bettomax Champions Cup, Urges More Corporate Investment in Liberian Football - FrontPageAfricaLFA President Hails Bettomax Champions Cup, Urges More Corporate Investment in Liberian Football  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: EPA Boss Urges Climate Justice at Africa Climate Summit Side Event - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: EPA Boss Urges Climate Justice at Africa Climate Summit Side Event  FrontPageAfrica

World Bank Country Manager Hails Liberia’s Commitment to Governance Reform at APRM Workshop - FrontPageAfricaWorld Bank Country Manager Hails Liberia’s Commitment to Governance Reform at APRM Workshop  FrontPageAfrica

ULIBAAA Demands Immediate, Sustainable Solutions to Crisis at University of Liberia - FrontPageAfricaULIBAAA Demands Immediate, Sustainable Solutions to Crisis at University of Liberia  FrontPageAfrica

Jonathan Fonati Koffa: Liberian speaker denies part in parliament fire - BBCJonathan Fonati Koffa: Liberian speaker denies part in parliament fire  BBC

Unlocking Liberia’s Sustainable Development Potential - ForbesUnlocking Liberia’s Sustainable Development Potential  Forbes

Many Liberians take offense after Trump praises their president’s English - AP NewsMany Liberians take offense after Trump praises their president’s English  AP News

Paying the People: Liberia’s Novel Plan to Save Its Forests - Yale E360Paying the People: Liberia’s Novel Plan to Save Its Forests  Yale E360

Trump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president, prompting criticism across Africa - CNNTrump praises ‘good English’ of Liberian president, prompting criticism across Africa  CNN

Liberia: Ex-Deputy Speaker Kofa, Co-Defendants Demand Independent Medical Exams Over Torture Allegations - allAfrica.comLiberia: Ex-Deputy Speaker Kofa, Co-Defendants Demand Independent Medical Exams Over Torture Allegations  allAfrica.com

IAEA Assistance Helps Liberia Avert Radiological Emergency - IAEAIAEA Assistance Helps Liberia Avert Radiological Emergency  IAEA