Liberia recent news

Here are some recent news stories from Liberia:

Politics

• Liberia's President George Weah has announced a new cabinet, with several changes to his previous administration. (Source: BBC News, March 2023)
• The Liberian Senate has approved a bill to increase the country's minimum wage from 7,500 Liberian dollars (around $75 USD) to 15,000 Liberian dollars (around $150 USD). (Source: FrontPageAfrica, March 2023)
• The Liberian government has launched a new initiative to improve the country's healthcare system, with a focus on increasing access to medical care in rural areas. (Source: Liberian Observer, February 2023)

Economy

• Liberia's economy has been boosted by a surge in iron ore exports, with the country's main mining company, ArcelorMittal, reporting a significant increase in production. (Source: Reuters, February 2023)
• The Liberian government has announced plans to establish a new free trade zone to attract foreign investment and stimulate economic growth. (Source: Business in Africa, January 2023)
• The World Bank has approved a new loan to Liberia to support the country's economic development, with a focus on improving infrastructure and increasing access to finance for small businesses. (Source: World Bank, January 2023)

Health

• Liberia has reported a surge in cases of Ebola, with the country's Ministry of Health announcing that there have been over 100 new cases in the past week. (Source: Al Jazeera, March 2023)
• The Liberian government has launched a new campaign to combat the spread of malaria, with a focus on increasing access to mosquito nets and other preventive measures. (Source: Liberian Observer, February 2023)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Liberia has made significant progress in reducing the number of new HIV infections, with the country's HIV prevalence rate declining by 25% over the past five years. (Source: WHO, January 2023)

Other news

• Liberia has been hit by a series of floods, with thousands of people displaced and several communities affected. (Source: BBC News, March 2023)
• The Liberian government has launched a new initiative to promote tourism in the country, with a focus on showcasing the country's natural beauty and cultural heritage. (Source: Liberian Observer, February 2023)
• The African Union has announced that Liberia will host the 2023 African Union Summit, with the country's President George Weah set to chair the meeting. (Source: African Union, January 2023)