President George Weah has replaced his information and commerce ministers in a reshuffling that saw the appointment of 15 officials.
Advocates Disappointed Over Weah’s Failure to Commit to Establishing War Crimes Court
Human rights advocates in Liberia are disappointed over the failure of President George Weah to make any commitment to establish a war crimes court during his third address before the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday.
At U.N. General Assembly, President Weah Highlights Liberia’s Efforts Against Rape
President George Weah has addressed the 75th United Nations General Assembly, where he touted his government’s efforts to reduce incidents of sexual and gender-based violence.
Campaigners Want Sexual Harassment Claim Against Foreign Minister Designate Investigated Before Confirmation
The Women’s Rights Campaign for Justice group is calling on the Senate to delay confirmation proceedings for foreign minister-designate Dee-Maxwell Kemayah until a sexual harassment claim against him is conclusively investigated.
Liberian Gov’t Considering New Charges Against Dismissed Passport Director After US Ban
A day after Andrew Wonplo and his immediate family members were banned from entering into the United States, the Liberian government says it is considering new charges against the suspended passport and visa director at the Foreign Affairs Ministry.
Rights Groups Call for Weah to Commit to War Crimes Court at UNGA
More than 40 human rights organizations in Liberia are calling on President George Weah to commit to establishing a war crimes court in Liberia during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly.
Human Rights Activist Asks Liberian Gov’t to Ease Burden on Liberians Seeking Permanent U.S. Residency
A U.S.-based activist is calling on the Liberian government to act fast to prevent thousands of Liberians in the U.S. from losing access to permanent U.S. residency.
Int’l Organizations and Embassies Express Support for Anti-Rape Campaign
Six international organizations working in Liberia have expressed support of solidarity for the anti-rape campaign currently ongoing in the country. The organizations include the International Rescue Committee, Kvinna till Kvinna, Oxfam, Plan International, ActionAid, and medica Liberia.