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Liberia’s Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has expressed the need for energy accessibility across the country.He disclosed this on Thursday, October 17, when he appeared on the National Broadcaster (ELBC), to provide key updates on the status of the Liberian economy.Finance Minister Ngafuan told the public that the ongoing 20-megawatt solar energy plant being constructed at the Mount Coffee Hydro Power Plant will enhance energy accessibility for many, especially companies who are in dire need of electricity.He explained that the issue of electricity needs to be addressed, adding “It’s already tough, but we are working on that,…

The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning on Wednesday, held an appreciation program for outgoing African Development Bank Country Manager Dr. Benedict S. Kanu, for his remarkable and impactful work in Liberia. Dr. Kanu served as the AfDB Country Manager for over four years, at which time he managed the AfDB country portfolio of over USD400M; of which USD300 million was on projects in the transportation sector, and USD100 million was on projects in the energy sector. Making remarks, Liberia’s Chief Justice Her Honor Sie- A-Nyeneh Youh was full of praises for Dr. Kanu, stating that “he kept his word…

The Confucius Institute at the University of Liberia celebrated its annual Confucius Institute Day recently, with various cultural activities and educational events aimed at promoting the Chinese language and culture in Liberia. This year’s celebration, held in September attracted students, educators, and members of the community, all eager to participate and learn more about the rich history of Chinese heritage. The theme for this year’s event, “Bridging Cultures, Building Futures,” resonated with the purpose of the Confucius Institutes worldwide, which aim to foster educational cooperation and cultural exchange between China and various countries. Since its establishment, the Confucius Institute in…