Liberia

Africa demonstrates a strong commitment to ICT-supported education

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. African countries are increasingly engaging in the development of ICT-based solutions for education and training, according to Dr Mohammed Gharib Bilal, Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania. Opening Africa’s leading conference on ICT-supported education, eLearning Africa, in Dar es Salaam on May 25, Dr Bilal said, “We are now witnessing increasing investments in ICT on our Continent, the enthusiasm of the youth in adapting new technologies and bridging the geographical barriers brought by fast changing converging technologies. These initiatives attest to the fact that Africa is now moving from being a spectator to a... Continue Reading

Publish Date: Friday, May 27th 2011 | Read Comments

Liberia: The Fashion side of Liberians – Kortu Morlu brings ‘Sankofa Fashion Show’

By Own Correspondent – Liberia’s leading International designer, Korto Momolu has informed the press that she is very happy to be back in her native Liberia after 23 years of absence, stressing that she is back with help for the women of Liberia. According to her official website –she worked as an independent fashion designer and continuing her education at the renowned Parsons School of Design, Korto followed her dreams and won a place on the fifth season of Bravo’s hit show Project Runway. Throughout the show, Korto stood out as a designer who embraced colour and diversity and displayed... Continue Reading

Publish Date: Wednesday, May 25th 2011 | Read Comments

LIBERIA: National Praise & Healing Crusade “2011” For Transformation

By: Augustine N. Myers – As part of efforts to evoke God’s bountiful blessings upon Liberia, a National Praise and Healing Crusade “2011”, is expected to take Monrovia by storm. The Crusade is to be facilitated by a renowned American Evangelist, Apostle Rodney J. Washington. As part of early preparations to ensure the successful planning and hosting of the Crusade, the Crusade “2011” Head Quarters has been dedicated in the Kesselly Boulevard Community in Gardnersville, Montserrado County. Speaking Saturday at the official dedication ceremony, the National Steering Committee Chairman, said he has been praying for God to help deliver Liberia,... Continue Reading

Publish Date: Tuesday, May 24th 2011 | Read Comments

Liberians in Ghana sensitized on Liberia’s cultural policy

By Fylla reporter – The first in the series of a national program designed in Ghana to aid government efforts and advocate for the sensitization of the youth and people of Liberia about the country’s arts and culture has ended in Ghana at the Liberian refugee settlement in Ghana. The event came off on Saturday 21st May ,2011 at the Auditorium of the Buduburam Community J.H.S  in the Central Region, the much anticipated event is brought together  35 participants drawn representing various sectors of the community including student, civil society leaders, I/NGO’s as well CBO’s in the Buduburam community to... Continue Reading

Publish Date: Tuesday, May 24th 2011 | Read Comments

LIBERIA: West African Journalists Establish WASH Network

By: Augustine N. Myers – Media practitioners from the West African Sub-region have established a partnership to give more attention to water, sanitation and hygiene otherwise known as the WASH sector. Madam Mariame Dem, Head of WAWA speaking at the start of the General Assembly   Mr. Augustine N. Myers, Chairman of WASH R&E Network-Liberia, giving success report The partnership known as the West Africa WASH Journalists Network, was established in Accra, Ghana at the close of the first General Assembly which brought together thirteen Countries from the region. The 3-day Assembly which was held from April 27-to-29, 2011, brought... Continue Reading

Publish Date: Thursday, May 19th 2011 | Read Comments