The lawmaker of Margibi’s first district, Tibelrosa Tarponweh, has launched a L$2 million (US$12,963) scholarship initiative to aid students residing in the district.
Firestone Rubberwood Factory to Shut Down, Lays Off 76 Workers
The management of Firestone Liberia has notified 76 workers of its Rubberwood Department that their contracts with the company will be terminated immediately at the end of September.
Amid Several Irregularities, Firestone Workers Elect New Union Leaders
Firestone employees have now elected a new set of union leaders to represent them in the first of its kind elections at the plantation.
12 Persons Safely Recovered From Another Capsized Canoe in Margibi
HARBEL, Margibi – Barely two weeks after a canoe capsized in the Gbehn River between Unification City and Dolo Town, leaving five persons dead, twelve persons have been safely recovered after another canoe capsized on the Du River. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening and all but one of the passengers were wearing life jackets.…
Sixth Judiciary Circuit Court Lifts Stay Order on Firestone Union Election
The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court has mandated the leadership of the Firestone Agricultural Workers Union of Liberia to immediately hold elections following several delays.
After Gbehn River Tragedy, Residents Want Margibi Lawmaker to Alter His Priorities
A few days after at least five persons died after a canoe capsized in Margibi’s second electoral district, residents in the area are now calling on their representative to reconsider his decision to erect a district office. They want Rep. Ivar Jones to instead conduct a feasibility study for a pedestrian bridge across the Gbehn River.
Five Bodies Recovered From Capsized Canoe in Margibi
At least five bodies have been recovered from the Gbehn River after a canoe capsized with at least nine persons missing.
Firestone Workers Conditionally End Strike
Firestone workers have agreed to end their protest for higher wages following an intervention from the Ministries of Justice and Labour, and the Margibi County Legislative Caucus.