Following years of negotiations and policy debate, President George Weah on October 17, 2022, signed an executive order directing the establishment of a National Railway Authority, which would appoint an independent rail operator and ensure multiple eligible user rail access, among other duties. The U.S. Embassy welcomed this decision and the much-needed clarity it has …
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(As prepared) Good afternoon! Before I begin, I will first take this opportunity to unconditionally condemn the violence that occurred yesterday at the University of Liberia Capitol Hill campus. Details are still emerging, but I am speaking directly at politicians, student groups, and citizens across the country when I say that violence of any kind …
Read More» The United States Mission to Liberia expresses serious concerns about the report in the February 2, 2023 edition of Frontpage Africa Newspaper regarding the misuse of funds provided by the United States Government to support health care for the people of Margibi County. We have a special responsibility to ensure that money provided by United States …
Read More» BEGIN TEXT: Good afternoon! Thank you for including me in the long line of contributors to the historic Archbishop Michael K. Francis discourse series. Much has been said already, but even the fact that we are all here today says a lot about the importance of social justice and peace to those who influence Liberian …
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Good afternoon! I appreciate everyone’s presence today in what will likely be our last press roundtable of 2022. It has been an eventful year, and I want to begin by wishing everyone a happy holiday season and healthy, peaceful and prosperous new year. These opportunities to speak directly with you, journalists representing the broad Liberian …
Read More» I am writing to extend my thanks to the people of Liberia for a very meaningful visit in October of this year. On my first trip to Liberia, I very much appreciated the opportunity to meet with, and hear from, a wide range of policymakers, lawmakers, members of the media, and Liberians who shared with …
Read More» Nine months ago, I asked the purposefully provocative question, “What would J.J. Roberts have to say about Liberia today?” which helped spark a conversation about where this country finds itself 175 years after independence, and 200 years since the arrival of American settlers. Now on December 9, International Anti-Corruption Day, and at the close of …
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(As delivered) Good afternoon! Thank you all for being here and thank you to Acting Assistant Secretary of Global Public Affairs Elizabeth Trudeau for her visit to Monrovia. Now, for those of you who don’t know, Ms. Trudeau leads the Bureau of Global Public Affairs (GPA) whose mission is to effectively communicate U.S. foreign policy …
Read More» (As prepared) Good morning, everyone! It is such a pleasure to be here today and to serve as guest speaker for the graduation commencement of an institution as distinguished as the Stella Maris Polytechnic University. I want to issue a special congratulations to all 607 graduates! As you all know, academia is no easy feat- …
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[As Prepared] BEGIN TEXT: Good Afternoon! Thank you all for being here and thank you to Ambassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice Beth van Schaack for a short, but productive visit to Liberia. As you all are aware, Ambassador van Schaack was sworn in as the Department’s sixth Ambassador-at-Large for Global Criminal Justice (GCJ) on March …
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On World Teachers Day, the United States joins the global community in honoring teachers around the world for the critically important work they do to prepare succeeding generations for their roles in society. The celebration of World Teachers Day this year coincides with a key milestone achieved by the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) …
Read More» The United States Government congratulates the swift action by the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency and the National Security Agency which resulted in the interdiction of a shipment of over 520 kilograms of cocaine, worth US$100 million, and the arrest of two accused drug traffickers (one Guinea-Bissauan national in Liberia, and one Lebanese national in Sierra …
Read More» Ambassador’s Remarks Installation, Awards, and Recognition Dinner Thursday, September 29, 2022 Thank you, Counsellor Tweh, thank you [NAMED VIPs] for the opportunity to speak this evening. It is my honor to join you and so many of Liberia’s most capable business owners and entrepreneurs. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share in your hopes and …
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WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated Liberian government officials Nathaniel McGill, Sayma Syrenius Cephus, and Bill Twehway for their involvement in ongoing public corruption in Liberia. These officials are designated pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13818, which builds upon and implements the Global Magnitsky Human …
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(As prepared) Good morning, Minister Gibson, Minister Dean, Mayor Herbert, Reverend Womleh, TIP Secretariat and members of the National Anti-Human Trafficking Taskforce, distinguished guests, notable attendees and press. All protocols observed. It is an honor to have been invited by Minister Gibson to be here in Gbarnga City Hall for this year’s observance of World …
Read More» Location: Monrovia, Liberia Event: The U.S. Embassy has been informed that a student protest group plans to demonstrate throughout Mamba Point and the Capitol Hill area starting today, August 1, 2022 at 1000hrs. According to the group’s press release, the protest will start at the University of Liberia on Tubman and UN Drive, then visit …
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At the Official 175th Liberian Independence Day Programme at Centennial Pavilion, Ambassador McCarthy remarked that July 26 “is a notable day in the history of not only Liberia and the United States, but all of Africa, as the continent’s first independent republic. From its inception on this continent, Liberia represented something new and hopeful, just …
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On July 26, 2022, during his speech at the Official Liberian Independence Day Program, Ambassador McCarthy formally extended President Biden’s invitation to President Weah to attend the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. President Biden looks forward to hosting the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from December 13-15, 2022 in Washington D.C. This announcement underscores the value the United States …
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On July 19, 2022, the U.S. Department of State released the 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report and announced Liberia’s first TIP Report Hero, Judge Cornelius Wennah. U.S. Embassy Monrovia screened the TIP Report Hero Award Ceremony where U.S. Secretary Antony Blinken formally awarded Judge Wennah. The TIP Report is the U.S. government’s principal diplomatic …
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(As delivered) Excellencies, Honorables, distinguished ladies and gentlemen! Good afternoon everyone, and happy Independence Day! I am delighted to be present here today to help celebrate this important anniversary. It is a notable day in the history of not only Liberia and the United States, but all of Africa, as the continent’s first independent republic. …
Read More» 07/21/2022 (As prepared) Your Excellency, distinguished guests, good evening ladies and gentlemen. I am honored to speak with you tonight, in representation of Ambassador McCarthy who would have liked to be here and sends you his greetings. I understand that there are a number of Californians in the house. I am a native Californian. Could …
Read More» (As prepared) Good afternoon, everyone! Happy Independence Day! Today we celebrate what next Monday will be the 246th anniversary of that audacious experiment, the United States of America, commemorating the vote in 1776 by the Continental Congress to declare the independence of these United States. Interestingly, the United States was not a republic until 13 …
Read More» CDA Joel Maybury Center for Security Studies and Development June 23, 2022 (As prepared) On behalf of the U.S. Embassy, I am very pleased to be here with you all today. I thank the Center for Security Studies and Development for the invitation to speak about the important topic of corruption and the way forward …
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Charge d’Affaires Joel Maybury’s Remarks on Juneteenth before “Journey Home” audience at Providence Baptist Church, Monrovia, Liberia Sunday, June 19, 2022 (As prepared) Ladies and Gentlemen, I am honored, but mostly humbled, to be with you today to speak about the significance of Juneteenth. I say this because I’m standing in this hallowed place where …
Read More» (As prepared) Honorable Ministers of the Government of Liberia Staff of the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning Staff of other Ministries, Agencies and Commissions Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen I am honored by your invitation to speak to you today about the importance of public sector reforms, particularly reforms designed to create a strong public …
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Remarks at the Liberia Security Radio Network Tobin Bradley Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, U.S. Department of State (As Prepared) Honorable Minister F. Musah Dean, Minister of Justice, Honorable Jefferson Kanmoh, National Security Advisor, Ambassador Michael A. McCarthy, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Liberia Please allow …
Read More» Ambassador’s Remarks at the Liberia Secure Radio Network Handover May 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. Technical Center of Excellence, LIBTELCO Building (As Prepared) Honorable Minister F. Musah Dean, Minister of Justice, Honorable Jefferson Kanmoh, National Security Advisor, Tobin Bradley, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State in the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Senator …
Read More» AMBASSADOR MCCARTHY’S SPEECH AT THE FAITH & JUSTICE NETWORK’S EDUCATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS’ INTEGRITY FORUM CORINA HOTEL, 26 STREET TUBMAN BOULEVARD, MONROVIA WEDNESDAY MAY 25, 2022 (As Prepared) BEGIN TEXT: Good morning! It is a pleasure to be here with you. I want to thank Reverend Hart and the Faith and Justice Network (FJN) for inviting me …
Read More» Deputy Chief of Mission Joel Maybury’s Remarks about Press Freedom United Methodist University Mass Communications Department May 5, 2022 (As Prepared) Good morning, everyone and thank you for having us here today on your campus. I will take a few minutes to talk about the theme of press freedom and why I think it is …
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AMBASSADOR MICHAEL A. MCCARTHY’S SPEECH CARL GERSHMAN DEMOCRACY LECTURE FORUM, PRESENTED BY NAYMOTE WEDNESDAY, 4th MAY 2022 LOCATION: iCAMPUS, 150 CAREY STREET, MONROVIA (As Prepared) Good morning! First, a big thank you to Naymote and its executive director, Eddie Jarwolo, for the invitation to be here, as well as for the excellent work that the …
Read More» Commemorating 200 Years of U.S.-Liberia Ties: Moving Forward Together Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars 31 March 2022 12:30pm-2:00pm ET Abraham Denmark, Wilson Center Vice-President for Programs and Director of Studies Welcome, everyone — whether you’re in the United States or Liberia — to the Wilson Center’s special program today commemorating 200 years of ties …
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On Thursday, March 17, 2022, U.S. Ambassador Michael McCarthy, on behalf of the United States Government, presented 20 historical photographs to the National Museum of Liberia. The photographs were taken by Charles Allmon, one of the early photo editors of National Geographic who also worked as a supervisor for the Firestone Plantation in the 1940s, …
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OP-ED: What Would J.J. Roberts Have to Say about Liberia Today? By U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Michael A. McCarthy As we celebrate the life of a great Liberian, born 213 years ago in the United States before emigrating to this land at 20 years old, I have been asking myself what Joseph Jenkins Roberts would …
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On Monday, March 14, 2022, Ms. Facia Boyenoh Harris was recognized for her life-long commitment to advancing the rights of women and girls in Liberia at the U.S. Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage ceremony. Ms. Harris was one of 12 courageous women from across the globe, and the first Liberian in the program’s …
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On Monday, March 14, at 3:00 p.m. (Monrovia time), Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will host the annual International Women of Courage (IWOC) Awards in a virtual award ceremony at the U.S. Department of State. The 2022 IWOC Award ceremony will honor a group of twelve extraordinary women from around the world. The First …
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On Monday, February 21, 2022, a U.S. Congressional delegation led by Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with Liberian accountability and transparency organizations to learn about efforts civil society organizations and the Financial Intelligence Unit are undertaking to fight corruption, expand the civic space, and improve governance. Representative Meeks, …
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Yesterday, a U.S. Congressional delegation to Liberia led by Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, visited Providence Island and Providence Baptist Church to commemorate the historic relationship between the United States and Liberia. Representative Meeks, who represents a congressional district in New York, was joined by Representatives Ami Bera of …
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Yesterday, February 16, 2022, U.S. Embassy Monrovia’s Deputy Chief of Mission Joel Maybury delivered remarks at the 43rd Monrovia Day celebrations at Monrovia City Hall. Mayor Jefferson Koijee gave his annual state of the city address and hosted mayors from Accra, Freetown, and other cities, including the virtual attendance of the mayor of Salisbury, North …
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On Monday, February 14, U.S. Embassy Monrovia had the pleasure of hosting President Biden’s Presidential Delegation to Attend the Bicentennial Celebration of the Arrival of the First Free Black Americans to the Republic of Liberia . The delegation was led by Ms. Dana Banks, Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Africa at the National Security Council. It also included U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Michael McCarthy, Mr. Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, …
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Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Africa at the National Security Council Ms. Dana Banks yesterday met with the Elections Coordinating Committee Steering Committee at an event hosted by Ambassador Michael McCarthy. The U.S. Presidential Delegation to the Bicentennial Celebration of the Republic of Liberia, which also included Secretary of the Smithsonian …
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U.S. Head of Delegation to the Bicentennial Celebration of the Republic of Liberia, the Honorable Dana Banks, Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Africa at the National Security Council, met today with Liberian President Weah and Ministers of Health and Foreign Affairs to commemorate the longstanding partnership between the United States Government …
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Ambassador Michael McCarthy and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Jim Wright joined Health Minister Wilhelmina Jallah, Education Minister Ansu Sonii, and other Government of Liberia officials to launch the school-based Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination campaign at the William V.S. Tubman High School in Sinkor, Monrovia on Tuesday, February 8. The school-based …
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On Saturday, February 5, 2022, Ambassador Michael McCarthy delivered the keynote speech for the senior graduating class of Zion Praise Academy, a private school at the Children Relief Ministry, located in the Paynesville Townhall Community. The event took place at the Effort Baptist Church, and Ambassador McCarthy was joined by U.S. Embassy Marine Security Guard …
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On February 8, 2022, Ambassador Michael McCarthy and visiting Major General Paul Rogers, the Adjutant General of the Michigan Army and Air National Guard and the director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, spoke with the media at a press roundtable at the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia. Ambassador McCarthy led a discussion …
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The U.S. Embassy mourns with the people of Liberia for the victims of the reported incident on January 19, 2022, in New Kru Town. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the innocent victims of this tragedy and hope for a speedy recovery of those hospitalized.
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Today, Ambassador Michael McCarthy joined H.E. President George Weah, Head of the National Traditional Council of Liberia Zanzan Karwor, Archbishop Isaac Winker, and Imam Ali Krayee to recognize the 200th anniversary of the arrival on Providence Island of free Black men, women, and children from the United States on Providence Island. The commemoration kicks off …
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We applaud the actions of the Financial Intelligence Unit of Liberia in its designation of Korlane Investments Liberia LLC as a high-risk money laundering shell company. This is a courageous step forward for Liberia in the fight against transnational money laundering. We also commend the Inter-Ministerial Committee for approving these actions. Recognizing corruption’s ability to corrode democracy, on June 3, 2021, …
Read More» On International Anti-Corruption Day, the U.S. Mission in Liberia stands in solidarity with all those committed to confronting and ending widespread corruption. This includes those within the Government of Liberia who stand up against corruption, committed Liberian citizens and organizations seeking to challenge the impunity of corrupt officials, and international organizations supporting anti-corruption efforts. Today’s …
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On December 1, Deputy Chief of Mission Joel Maybury and USAID Health Office Director Jessica Healey joined the Super Morning Show on LBS Radio to discuss the ongoing 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign and World AIDS Day. They join the diplomatic community, the Government of Liberia, and civil society organizations in observing the 16 Days campaign and calling for an …
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On November 23, Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Joel Maybury joined seven organization leaders in signing Special Self-Help grants. These small grants will help each organization complete ongoing projects that promote community self-reliance and welfare. The seven organizations receiving the grants focus on a variety of areas important to community development. Bong County’s Greenvision Liberia …
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In October, members of the U.S. Army National Guard from the state of Michigan provided emergency medicine mentorship at 14 Military Hospital. This exchange is part of the U.S. Embassy’s investment in security assistance for Liberia, helping to rebuild the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL)’s capabilities and enhance regional security. The Michigan National Guard remains …
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On November 12, Ambassador Michael McCarthy visited the University of Liberia Fendell campus to celebrate the closing of the inaugural xSEL Science Camp and the launch of the newly designed medical school curriculum, the effort of a partnership between the A.M. Dogliotti College of Medicine, the U.S. Government, and U.S. universities. Ambassador McCarthy joined Acting …
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Ambassador Michael McCarthy visited LEAD Monrovia Football Academy in Careysburg on November 12. He had the opportunity to watch the impressive students on the football pitch as well as in the classroom. They shared how the unique academy is teaching them to lead a positive change in Liberia. The U.S. Embassy is proud to have played a small part …
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To celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week 2021, USAID Deputy Mission Director Rebekah Eubanks and U.S. Embassy Monrovia staff joined a group of small- and medium-business owners at SMART Liberia on the evening of November 10 for a networking club. The United States is proud to be a key partner supporting Liberia’s economic growth, whether by supporting …
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Op-Ed: An Enduring Development Partnership, USAID Liberia at 60 by USAID Liberia Mission Director Jim Wright On November 3, 1961, President John F. Kennedy signed an executive order establishing the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) as the world’s premier foreign assistance agency with the mission to help countries receiving American aid “make …
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An earlier version of this statement, released on October 21, 2021, included a number of inaccuracies. We regret the mistakes. They are listed at the end of the statement. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) is supporting the Government of Liberia to improve surveillance and reporting of suspected polio cases …
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The Embassy of the United States in Liberia is pleased to announce the arrival of 168,000 doses of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine that the United States is sharing with Liberia through COVAX. We are sharing these doses safely, equitably, and with no strings attached. We are doing this with the singular objective of saving …
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On Sunday, October 17, Ambassador Michael McCarthy and Sandra McCarthy visited the West Point township to view a new mural by Monrovian artist Patrick Gono and his team. The mural shows our shared fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and how to prevent a resurgence of it in Liberia. Gono received a grant from the U.S. Embassy public affairs section …
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On October 14, 2021, Ambassador Michael McCarthy and U.S. Embassy Monrovia celebrated the 2021 class of the Mandela Washington Fellowship. The 19 Fellows were joined by government officials, business leaders, media heads, Embassy personnel, and other community leaders to receive their graduation certificates and share stories of their exchange experiences. Each 2021 Mandela Washington Fellow …
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Trinicious Wesseh, a 16-year-old 11th grade student at the Levi C. Williams High School in Monrovia took over the role of USAID Liberia Mission Director today. October 11 was International Day of the Girl Child , and the U.S. Embassy is joining the global community in celebrating this important day by giving Trinicious the opportunity to lead. After arriving at the …
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USAID Mission Director Jim Wright believes that “Liberia has a central role in the fight against climate change.” Director Wright spoke on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, when he inaugurated the new USAID-funded Conservation Hall with the faculty and students of the Forestry Training Institute (FTI) in Tubmanburg, Bomi County. He noted that Liberia is home …
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In his meeting today with Hassan Bility and other members of the Global Justice Research Project (GJRP) staff, Ambassador Michael McCarthy thanked Bility for his many years of selfless service to the cause of justice for war crimes victims. Ambassador McCarthy remarked that the painstaking efforts of the GJRP to research war crimes has demonstrated that a group of …
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USAID Mission Director Jim Wright urged Liberians to peacefully resolve grievances and disputes at the community level before they develop into violent conflicts. Director Wright spoke on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at a program in Monrovia marking the end of the USAID-funded Connect for Peace Project. Over the last four years, Connect for Peace worked …
Read More» Today, the U.S. Department of Labor released its 2020 Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor (the Trade and Development Act Report) in accordance with the U.S. Trade and Development Act of 2000. The TDA Report includes an assessment of the Government of Liberia’s actions to eliminate the worst forms of child labor. In this year’s report, Liberia was assessed as making “moderate advancement” in its efforts, the second …
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This week, September 22-24, Deputy Chief of Mission Joel Maybury and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Jim Wright toured various U.S. Government-funded development projects in Margibi, Bong, and Nimba Counties. During the trip, they met with local government officials, community leaders, beneficiaries of USAID-supported projects, and exchange program alumni. Throughout the …
Read More» Today, September 22, the Deputy Chief of Mission of the United States Embassy, Joel Maybury, begins a tour of various U.S. Government-funded development projects in Margibi, Bong, and Nimba Counties. He is accompanied by Dr. Rachel Idowu, Country Director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Jim Wright, the Mission Director of the …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Liberia congratulates the Liberian Legislature on its recent votes to amend the 2005 Anti-Human Trafficking law in keeping with international standards. We urge the Liberian Government to maintain this momentum by following through with similarly substantive efforts to end the scourge of human trafficking in Liberia, including by addressing the other …
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U.S. CDC, a key Liberia public health partner, celebrates the launch of World Field Epidemiology Day and recognizes the value of “disease investigators” working in all 15 counties of Liberia By CAPT Rachel T. Idowu MD MPH (O-6) Country Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Liberia Every day, public health workers across Liberia …
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On Tuesday, August 31, The United States Agency for International Development Liberia Mission Director Jim Wright visited the Ministry of Agriculture where he discussed continued United States support for the agriculture sector. Wright said, “Liberia is blessed with abundant fertile land, rainfall, and water resources that are critical to productivity in the agriculture sector.” He added …
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On Thursday, August 26, 2021, U.S. Ambassador Michael McCarthy toured the Liberia Electricity Corporation’s (LEC) Bushrod Island facilities in order to better understand how U.S. assistance in the power sector has been used, and what the challenges are to the sector today. Earlier this year, the U.S. Embassy and Liberian Government officials celebrated the end …
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U.S. Embassy Monrovia is excited to announce the 2022 Mandela Washington Fellowship application window is open from August 18 to September 15, 2021. Please visit https://www.mandelawashingtonfellowship.org/apply/ to apply! The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship program of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) . Since 2014, nearly 4,400 young leaders from every country in Sub-Saharan Africa have participated …
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Today, newly arrived United States Agency for International Aid (USAID) Mission Director Jim Wright and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Country Director Dr. Rachel Idowu joined Foreign Minister Dee Maxwell Kemayah, Health Minister Wilhelmina Jallah, and other dignitaries to kick off the Johnson & Johnson vaccination campaign. The event, which took place at …
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On August 2, Ambassador Michael McCarthy visited Minister of Justice Frank Musah Dean at the Ministry of Justice, and then joined Francis Korkpor, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Liberia, at the Temple of Justice to donate the newly developed Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Legal Handbook for Prosecutors and TIP Bench-Book for Judges, …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Monrovia welcomes new USAID Mission Director Jim Wright and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Country Director Rachel Idowu. Mr. Wright is a veteran foreign service officer who brings to Liberia more than 30 years of experience managing international development and relief programs in more than 10 countries around the world, including three assignments in West Africa. He was most recently the USAID Mission …
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U.S. Embassy Monrovia welcomes to Liberia the USS Hershel “Woody” Williams under the command of Captain Chad Graham. Hershel “Woody” Williams is conducting a regularly scheduled port visit to strengthen the enduring partnership between the United States and Liberia. The visit also kicks off the Embassy’s year-long observance of the 175th year of the Republic …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Monrovia is saddened by the news of the Niko Ivanka sinking on July 17, 2021. We urge the authorities to investigate this incident thoroughly and implement policies that will prevent such a disaster from occurring again. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and friends of those lost. May they rest …
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U.S. Embassy Monrovia announces the donation by the United States Government of 302,400 doses of the single-shot Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as part of the Administration’s global efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. The donated vaccines are part of the U.S. pledge to initially provide at least 25 million of 80 million doses globally …
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Friends, It is my absolute pleasure to congratulate all Liberians on your 174th Independence Day! The United States and Liberia have much in common, including celebrating the independence of our longstanding, vibrant democracies just weeks apart. In a separate message, President Biden has expressed his own congratulations to the Liberian people: “The United States-Liberia relationship …
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On June 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of State celebrated retired Liberian staff member Jenkins Vangehn as a Hero of U.S. Diplomacy. He was recognized for his dedication and courage in advancing the Department of State’s mission during the second Liberian civil war and his over 19 years of service to U.S. Embassy Monrovia. The “ Heroes of U.S. Diplomacy ” …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Monrovia released the 2021 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Country Report for Liberia on July 1, 2021. The TIP Report is the world’s most comprehensive resource of government anti-trafficking efforts—including our own—and reflects the U.S. Government’s commitment to global leadership on this key human rights, law enforcement, and national security issue. In 2020, Liberia was elevated to Tier 2. This year, however, the report downgraded …
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Launched in 2014, the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) and embodies the U.S. commitment to invest in the future of Africa. YALI was created in 2010 and supports young Africans as they spur economic growth and prosperity, strengthen democratic governance, and enhance peace and security across Africa. Since 2014, nearly 4,400 young leaders from …
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On June 16, 2021, the International Day of the African Child and the start of a bed net distribution campaign to prevent malaria infections throughout the 15 counties, Ambassador Michael McCarthy visited USAID health and education programs in Kakata, Margibi County. Ambassador McCarthy first visited Sackie Gbomoh Public School, which receives support from the U.S. Government …
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On Friday, June 11, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) joined the Totota Electric Cooperative (TEC) to celebrate its newly acquired permit to deliver electricity in Liberia. The TEC is the first micro-utility to achieve this status. They serve as a potential model for other off-grid locations in the country and demonstrate how a …
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On May 12, Ambassador Michael McCarthy visited the Look to Jesus Medical & Laboratory Clinic in the 72nd Community of Monrovia. The owner of the clinic, Ms. Helen M. Bongay, received a grant from the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund last year. The grant helped expand and improve the clinic’s obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) ward, which …
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On May 5, Ambassador Michael McCarthy and Deputy Chief of Mission Alyson Grunder visited the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) complex in Margibi County, formerly known as Liberia Institute for Biomedical Research (LIBR). The National Reference Laboratory (NRL) currently shares diagnostic and office space in the complex. In addition, Liberia Chimpanzee Rescue and Protection , a non-governmental organization …
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The U.S. Embassy celebrates World Press Freedom Day today, May 3, because an independent media is an essential pillar of responsive and accountable democracies. Journalism plays a crucial role in combatting corruption, drawing attention to human rights abuses, and providing the public with accurate information. On May 3, 1991, a group of African journalists and …
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On Friday, April 30, 2021, U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Michael McCarthy joined Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs, and Tourism Ledgerhood Rennie, National Traditional Council Chief Zanzan Karwor, and Deputy Minister for Legal Affairs Deweh Gray at Providence Island to announce a U.S.-Liberian collaborative initiative on preservation of the historic venue and development of recommendations for …
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On Wednesday, April 29, Ambassador Michael McCarthy joined His Excellency President George Manneh Weah, Millennium Challenge Account-Liberia (MCA-L) CEO Monie Captan, and the Board of MCA-L in celebrating the close of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact at the Mt. Coffee Hydropower Plant. The $257 million Compact aimed to encourage economic growth and reduce poverty in Liberia by addressing the inadequate access to reliable and affordable electricity …
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On Saturday, April 24, Ambassador Michael McCarthy delivered the keynote address at the Liberia Medical Students’ Association (LMSA) 48th Inauguration Ceremony. The event took place at the A.M. Dogliotti College of Medicine (AMDCM). He was joined by University of Liberia President Dr. Julius Nelson, Vice President for Health Sciences Dr. Bernice Dahn, AMCDCM Dean Dr. …
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In Memoriam On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, the U.S. Embassy hosted a virtual memorial ceremony to honor former Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency Director General Marcus Soko. Invited guests tuned in from Liberia, the United States, and Guinea to honor the memory and achievements of Soko, who died of COVID-19 one year ago, on April …
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On Wednesday, April 21, Ambassador Michael McCarthy met with University of Liberia (UL) President Dr. Julius Sarwolo Nelson, Jr. on the Capitol Hill campus. They discussed the long-standing relationship UL has with the U.S. Embassy as well as UL partnerships with a number of U.S. universities and colleges. The U.S. Embassy Monrovia regularly facilitates opportunities …
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On April 8, 2021, Ambassador Michael McCarthy participated in a dedication ceremony for the new Liberia Electric Corporation (LEC) Customer Service Center in Waterside, Monrovia. When the Millennium Challenge Corporation’s (MCC) Compact with the Government of Liberia was launched in 2016, a major goal was to ensure that Compact investments would benefit women economically. Female …
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On April 2, 2021, Ambassador Michael McCarthy joined Minister of State Nathaniel McGill, National Security Agency Director James Pearson II, and other dignitaries to cut the ribbon on the brand-new headquarters of the Liberian National Security Agency. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Ambassador McCarthy remarked, “One of the lessons that has repeatedly been underscored is the …
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U.S. Ambassador Michael McCarthy, EU Ambassador Laurent Delahousse, and French Ambassador Michaël Roux toured ArcelorMittal mining and port facilities on March 24, 2021. Welcomed by ArcelorMittal Liberia Chief Executive Officer Scott Lowe, the three ambassadors had the opportunity to visit the mine operations near Yekepa and view the ArcelorMittal-renovated rail and port facilities from the …
Read More» Monrovia, Liberia – On Tuesday, March 30, 2021, the 2020 edition of the Country Reports on Human Rights Practices was released by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. The report is available at https://www.state.gov/reports/2020-country-reports-on-human-rights-practices/ . For decades, the State Department has worked with countries around the world to strengthen respect …
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U.S. Embassy Monrovia is looking for female entrepreneurs to join our first Academy for Women Entrepreneurs! The Academy of Women Entrepreneurs ( https://eca.state.gov/awe ) is a U.S. Department of State initiative to provide women entrepreneurs with the skills, resources, and networks needed to start and scale successful businesses. The first Liberia cohort of AWE will meet …
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On Thursday, March 11, 2021, Ambassador Michael McCarthy handed over COVID-19 laboratory testing supplies to the Minister of Health, Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah, on behalf of United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance project, through funding from USAID, is supporting the Government of Liberia to accelerate COVID-19 detection efforts by …
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Ambassador Michael McCarthy joined President Weah, Government of Liberia ministers, and other members of the international community at the National Observance of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2021. He spoke about the importance of gender equality and access to education for girls as well as the need to put an end to sexual- and …
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We are celebrating International Women’s Day with a video highlighting smart, strong, passionate, and determined Liberian women who protect Liberia’s forests and wildlife. These women choose to challenge gender norms everyday and are defining the future of forest conservation in Liberia. U.S. Embassy Monrovia, USAID Liberia, and the U.S. Forest Service are proud to support …
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On Friday, March 5, 2021, the first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines, donated through COVAX, arrived in Liberia. Ambassador Michael A. McCarthy joined dignitaries from the Missions of the European Union, Germany, Ireland, Great Britain, and France, and the United Nations Resident Coordinator at Roberts International Airport to welcome the shipment. Ambassador McCarthy gave remarks along …
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On March 3, 2021, World Wildlife Day, Ambassador Michael McCarthy signed the Greening Diplomacy Initiative pledge to commit to sustainability, energy efficiency, and conservation. Members of the Embassy’s Green Team joined to show their support. By signing the Greening Diplomacy Initiative pledge, Ambassador McCarthy promises to enhance the energy security and environmental performance of the …
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U.S. Ambassador Michael McCarthy and EU Ambassador Laurent Delahousse met at the Freeport of Monrovia today to visit APM Terminals Liberia, a subsidiary of the Danish shipping giant Maersk A/S. Welcomed by APM Terminals Liberia Managing Director George Adjei, the two Ambassadors had the opportunity to view the state-of-the-art port infrastructure that APM Terminals has …
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Pledging U.S. support, Ambassador Michael McCarthy said he is convinced that Liberians “can build an agriculture sector that provides the basis for Liberia’s success on its journey to self-reliance.” Ambassador McCarthy spoke at the opening of the National Agriculture Fair in Suakoko, Bong County last Friday, February 12. He noted that support for the agriculture …
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On February 8, 2021, Ambassador Michael A. McCarthy took part in the Moving Forward Together program on ECOWAS Radio 91.5 FM. Moving Forward Together, hosted by Sayou Tequah, showcases how Americans and Liberians are working together to achieve shared goals. Every week, Sayou discusses a different topic and listeners call in to share their own perspectives and ask questions. …
Read More» Video Remarks of President Joe Biden Address to the 34th African Union Summit Recorded: Tuesday, February 2, 2021 Aired: Friday, February 5, 2021 As delivered Hello everyone— I’m honored to send the best wishes of the people of the United States in advance of the 34th African Union Summit. This past year has also shown us how interconnected our world is – and how …
Read More» The Embassy of the United States of America respects the robust and open Liberian stakeholder consultations and civil society discussions that informed electoral reform measures submitted to the Liberian legislature. Unfortunately, lawmakers chose to avoid public debate about ways to increase the number of women holding elected office, effectively sidestepping an issue constituents have indicated …
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On Friday, February 5, 2021, Ambassador Michael A. McCarthy handed over 430 new, up-to-date nursing and midwifery textbooks to the Liberia Board of Nursing & Midwifery (LBNM). The Ambassador’s first public event since his arrival in Liberia demonstrates the value the U.S. Government places on healthcare and critical front-line workers such as nurses and midwives. …
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After Doubling Electricity Access and Building a Data-Driven Road Maintenance System in Liberia, Millennium Challenge Compact Ends (Monrovia—January 20, 2021) – The Millennium Challenge Account-Liberia has announced the end, effective January 21, 2021, of the Millennium Challenge Compact between the United States Government and the Government of Liberia. The Compact has improved the amount and …
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On Friday, January 22, 2021, His Excellency, President George M. Weah, received the credentials of U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Liberia Michael A. McCarthy at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ambassador McCarthy thanked President Weah for his gracious letter to U.S. President Joseph R. Biden expressing congratulations on his inauguration, noting it was one …
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Embassy Hosts Young Entrepreneurs for Virtual Workshop The U.S. Embassy Monrovia, in conjunction with the Liberian Chamber of Commerce and the Business Startup Center Monrovia, hosted a virtual workshop and Q&A session for young entrepreneurs in Liberia on January 13, 2021. Twelve Liberian entrepreneurs with businesses in different stages of development attended the four-hour long …
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December 21, 2020 The United States Agency for International Development, in partnership with King Philanthropies and private donors, has launched a cash-transfer program, which will provide direct cash support to vulnerable Liberians. The newly launched USAID Unconditional Cash Transfer Activity (UCT) will provide 85,000 Liberians the equivalent of US$50 in Liberian currency (approximately 7,750 Liberian …
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December 16, 2020 On December 16 at Edward Binyah Kesselly Barracks, representatives from the U.S. Embassy’s Defense Attaché Office transferred a GeneXpert System machine to the Armed Forces of Liberia. The GeneXpert machine is a molecular diagnostics system used for testing of critical infectious diseases including the Ebola Zaire virus and SARS-CoV-2 – the virus …
Read More» Joint Statement on the December 8 Mid-Term Senatorial Election and Constitutional Referendum in Liberia by the United Nations in Liberia, ECOWAS, Embassies of Member States of the African Union, the Delegation of the European Union and the Embassies of the Member States of the European Union (France, Germany, Ireland, and Sweden), the Embassy of the …
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December 9, 2020 On December 8, U.S. Embassy Monrovia staff spread out across Liberia to monitor the peaceful mid-term elections. Here are photos from our election observation teams.
Read More» On International Anti-Corruption Day, December 9, 2020, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) targeted corrupt actors and their networks across several countries in Africa and Asia. These actions are taken pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13818, which builds upon and implements the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, and …
Read More» Joint Statement on Election Violence in Liberia by the United Nations in Liberia, ECOWAS, the EU Delegation and the Embassies of the EU Member States (France, Germany, Ireland, and Sweden), the Embassy of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the Embassy of the United States of America The United Nations in Liberia, ECOWAS, …
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December 4, 2020 On December 4, 2020, the Marines of U.S. Embassy Monrovia hosted a traditional cake-cutting ceremony in celebration of the 245th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. The United States Marine Corps was established in 1775. Traditionally, every year on November 10 the Marines celebrate their birthday with a formal ball and …
Read More» December 1, 2020 On December 1, World AIDS Day, the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) envisions a future in which HIV is a manageable chronic disease and new infections are rare. Liberia is on its way to realizing such a future. We can accelerate accomplishment of this vision by eliminating stigmatization of …
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November 25, 2020 On November 25, 2020, U.S. Chargée d’affaires, a.i. Alyson Grunder presented eight bedside oxygen concentrators to Minister of Health Dr. Wilhelmina Jallah at Liberia’s Ministry of Health. The bedside oxygen concentrators were purchased through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. …
Read More» Statement by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on upcoming elections in Africa The United States is committed to supporting free, fair, inclusive elections. The conduct of elections is important not only for Africans, but also for defenders of democracy around the world. We believe all sides should participate peacefully in the democratic process. Repression …
Read More» July 10, 2020 This July 4th our Embassy celebrated U.S. Independence day unlike ever before: we joined with Liberian partners for a wide-ranging face mask distribution project to help prevent the spread of COVID-19! Enjoy this short video dedicated to our Liberian partners, with sincere thanks for their collaboration! We’ve been here. We’re still here. …
Read More» Location: Liberia Event: Liberia has confirmed COVID-19 within its borders. On August 8, the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) published a COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers departing Liberia . Exiting Liberia: Individuals departing Liberia by land, sea, or air must follow NPHIL procedures for COVID-19 testing at least 72 hours before the date of travel. In addition, travelers departing Liberia from Roberts International Airport should follow procedures below, as published June 27 by the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism : All …
Read More» Joint Statement of the UN Resident Coordinator A.I., ECOWAS Ambassador, and the Charges D’Affaires A.I. of the European Union and United States of America Monrovia, 4 August 2020 The U.N. Resident Coordinator a.i., ECOWAS Ambassador, and the Charges D’Affaires a.i. of the European Union and United States of America fully support the concern expressed by …
Read More» On December 18th, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly declared July 30th as the World Day against Trafficking in Persons to raise awareness of the situation of victims of human trafficking and to promote and protect their rights. People and communities all over the world, including in Liberia, observe this day each year. U.S. President …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Liberia is proud to support Liberia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a part of our continued assistance to Liberia’s justice and law enforcement institutions, the U.S. State Department Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), in close coordination with Liberian government and civil society representatives, developed a COVID-19 …
Read More» Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) encourages the use of the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) to start the absentee voting process as it is standardized for use across all states and will extend your eligibility to receive a ballot for all federal elections for at least …
Read More» On December 7, 1987, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 26th as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking to increase awareness about the impact of illicit drugs. This day, also known as World Drug Day, is observed each year by people and communities all over the world, including in Liberia, to …
Read More» June 25, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Liberia is pleased to release the 2020 Trafficking in Persons Country Report for Liberia and to announce that the Government of Liberia has demonstrated sufficient progress to be elevated to Tier 2 after three years on Tier 2 Watch List, as determined by the U.S. State Department’s Office …
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The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia greatly appreciates and shares the deep concerns and sorrow that Liberians, from the most senior levels of government to ordinary citizens, have expressed to us in recent days regarding the tragic killing of George Floyd at the hands of police in Minneapolis. We grieve for his family and community, which …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 7, 2020 The United States Provides One Million Dollars In Assistance to Liberia to Respond to COVID-19 Monrovia – The United States Government has committed $1,000,000 in health funds to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Liberia. The United States, via the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing …
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The U.S. Embassy in Liberia was collectively sad to say farewell to our Ambassador Christine Elder last month without the traditional leave takings and formalities someone would normally have after serving the United States and advancing the U.S.-Liberia relationship so steadfastly for nearly four years. As Chargé d’affaires during the current COVID-19 pandemic, I am …
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April 1, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Liberia is proud to provide approximately $40 million this year for assistance to Liberia’s health sector, part of our nearly $100 million in annual assistance. This funding will also help to support Liberia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are working closely with the Liberian Ministry of Health, …
Read More» Location: Liberia Event: The Department of State and U.S. Embassy Monrovia have very limited availability for U.S. citizens on a charter medical flight which will depart Roberts International Airport at approximately midnight tonight and fly to Dulles International Airport near Washington D.C. Priority consideration will be given to older adults, people with underlying health conditions (such as diabetes …
Read More» Location: Liberia Event: The Department of State and U.S. Embassy Monrovia have very limited availability for U.S. citizens on a charter medical flight which will depart Roberts International Airport at approximately midnight tonight and fly to Dulles International Airport near Washington D.C. Priority consideration will be given to older adults, people with underlying health conditions (such …
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Farewell Message from Ambassador Christine Elder Farewell Message from Ambassador Christine ElderMarch 25, 2020, Washington, D.C.To my many friends in Liberia, I send you greetings from Washington, D.C.On Monday, the U.S. Embassy shared news with you, the Liberian people, that my tour as U.S. Ambassador to Liberia had concluded. As the Embassy statement noted, I have been deeply honored to serve …
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U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Christine Elder departed Liberia on Saturday, March 21, after nearly four years at the helm of the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia. Ambassador Elder worked closely with both Presidents Sirleaf and Weah and their respective administrations, overseeing U.S. diplomatic engagement with Liberia and U.S. foreign assistance here. Ambassador Elder is one of …
Read More» (March 22, 2020) Location: Liberia Event: The Liberian government has confirmed three cases of COVID-19 in the country. On March 14, the Department of State authorized the departure of U.S. personnel and family members from any diplomatic or consular post in the world who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome …
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In celebration of African American History, and underscoring the shared American and Liberian appreciation of gospel music, the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia was pleased to host gospel sensations Oscar Williams & The Band of Life for their first visit to Africa. The highlight of their visit, on Sunday, March 1st was a concert at Centennial Pavilion …
Read More» The United States has confirmed cases of individuals who have a severe acute respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus (“2019-nCoV”) (“the virus”) first detected in Wuhan, Hubei Province, People’s Republic of China (“China”). The virus was discovered in China in December 2019. As of January 31, 2020, Chinese health officials have reported approximately …
Read More» Are you an American Citizen thinking about becoming a U.S. Foreign Service Officer? The first step is to take the Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT). Eligibility Requirements To be eligible, the U.S. Department of State requires that each candidate meet the following requirements. A U.S. citizen on the date the candidate submits the registration package. …
Read More» JOINT STATEMENT OF THE AMBASSADORS OF THE UNITED STATES, THE EUROPEAN UNION, ECOWAS, AND THE UN RESIDENT COORDINATOR IN LIBERIA WITH REGARD TO THE POSTPONEMENT OF THE PLANNED DEMONSTRATION IN MONROVIA ON 30TH DECEMBER 2019. After examining the various recent statements issued by the Government of Liberia and the Council of Patriots on the planned …
Read More» JOINT STATEMENT OF THE AMBASSADORS OF THE UNITED STATES, THE EUROPEAN UNION, ECOWAS, AND THE UN RESIDENT COORDINATOR IN LIBERIA WITH REGARD TO PLANNED DEMONSTRATIONS IN MONROVIA ON 30 DECEMBER As representatives of the United Nations, ECOWAS, the European Union, and the United States, we are among the many international partners who have invested heavily …
Read More» Joint Statement of the Ambassadors and Chargés d’Affaires a.i. of the United States, the European Union, France, Germany, Sweden, and the United Kingdom in relation to the Council of Patriots’ (COP) planned demonstration in Monrovia on 30 December In a 24 December broadcast on Facebook Live, Mr. Henry Costa, Chairman of the COP, used inflammatory …
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A Congressional delegation from the United States visited Liberia from October 8 and 9, 2019. The U.S. legislators, traveling with the House Democracy Partnership (“HDP”), were led by the HDP Chairman, Representative David Price of North Carolina . The delegation also included Representative Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma , Representative Barbara Lee of California , Representative Diana DeGette of Colorado , and Representative Alma Adams of North Carolina . The mission of the U.S. House Democracy Partnership is to promote responsive, effective government and to strengthen democratic …
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U.S. Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking-in-Persons (TIP) John Cotton Richmond visited Liberia from September 9-10 to meet with diverse stakeholders in the country’s fight against human trafficking and discuss the country’s efforts to address this universal human rights violation, also known as modern day slavery, in Liberia. Ambassador Richmond met on September 9 with …
Read More» Joint Statement of the European Union (EU) Delegation and the Embassies of the United States of America and the EU Member States (France, Germany, Ireland, Sweden and the United Kingdom) on recent electoral violence in Montserrado County Monrovia, 20 August, 2019 The EU Delegation and the Embassies of the United States of America and the …
Read More» The U.S. State Department released the 2019 Fiscal Transparency Report on August 15, 2019. Fiscal transparency informs citizens how government revenues and tax revenues are spent and is a critical element of effective public financial management. Transparency provides citizens a window into government budgets and helps hold governments accountable. It helps build market confidence and sustainability. The Congressionally mandated Fiscal Transparency Report …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Christine Elder issued the below statement (PDF 270 KB) July 18 “The U.S. Embassy read with interest the statement of the Council of Patriots (COP) issued July 12 announcing their intent to stage a nationwide protest beginning July 24. While the U.S. Embassy supports the rights of citizens to lawfully apply to assemble or …
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Liberian Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism Eugene Lenn Nagbe welcomed U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Marie Royce at the National Museum of Liberia on June 28 for an event commemorating the historic ties between Liberia and the United States. Before an invited audience of representatives of the Liberian …
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Dr. Wayne Sanderson and Dr. Tim Barnes from the University of Kentucky (UK) visited Liberia from June 16-21 under the auspices of the U.S. Embassy, to meet with Liberian higher education administrators and to explore a partnership with the University of Liberia in public health and other areas. Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Barnes conducted two …
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It is my great privilege to welcome His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Liberia, Dr. George Manneh Weah and Madam First Lady Clar Weah; as well as the Honorable Speaker of the House of Representatives Bhofal Chambers, president pro tempore of the Senate Albert Chie, and members of the Legislature; his Honor, the …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Statement The Embassy of the United States is concerned by recent comments made in various fora which could impede Liberia’s progress. Those who promote through their words or deeds a Congo-Country divide do not have Liberia’s best interests or that of their constituents at heart, but rather appear motivated by personal ambitions or …
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Today marks the anniversary of the 1991 “Declaration of Windhoek on Promoting an Independent and Pluralistic African Press,” a day that was subsequently proclaimed by the UN General Assembly as “World Press Freedom Day.” The Windhoek Declaration recognized that “Consistent with article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the establishment, maintenance, and fostering …
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Monrovia, March 7, 2019 – A five-year study of Ebola survivors in Liberia (funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, or NIH) has found that although certain health problems remain more common among survivors than among their household and sexual contacts who never had the virus, overall, the health of survivors improved during their first …
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The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia will be closed on Wednesday, December 5, in observance of the passing of President George H.W. Bush. Members of the public are invited Thursday, December 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sign the Book of Condolence at a specially installed tent at the U.S. Embassy main entrance on …
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(Monrovia, Nov 21, 2018) – Earlier today, U.S. Ambassador Christine Elder unveiled an e-learning Laboratory at the Liberia National Police (LNP) Headquarters. This donation included desktop computers, printers, projectors, desks and chairs, and other items. The e-learning lab will expand the LNP’s training capabilities and will also allow the LNP to conduct training at headquarters …
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(Monrovia, Nov 16, 2018) – The African Partner Outbreak Response Alliance (APORA) is an initiative of senior African medical leaders to collectively prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease outbreaks. Liberia hosted the sixth APORA key leader meeting from November 12-15, 2018. The meeting was held in partnership with the Liberian Ministry of Defense and …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy in Liberia, through USAID, has reached out to independent, internationally recognized firms with specialization in forensic investigations to conduct a scoping mission that could ascertain the basic facts of the alleged missing currency matter and determine to what extent a broader mission would be needed. It is the assessment of the …
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Remarks by Ambassador Christine Elder July 4, 2018 Welcome and Happy Fourth of July! Today we celebrate the 242nd anniversary of the vote in 1776 by the Continental Congress to declare our independence from Great Britain. It is my pleasure to extend greetings from President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, and the people …
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Chief Operating Officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation Jonathan Nash paid a visit to Monrovia on June 18-19 to review progress on project implementation under an agreement signed October 2015 between the Governments of Liberia and the United States of America. During the visit, President George Weah met with COO Nash to receive a progress …
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CORRECTED COPY – The press release below has been updated with corrected titles for Dr. Dahn and Dr. Adams. The U.S. Embassy apologizes for the error. (Monrovia, May 22, 2018) — U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Christine Elder visited the A.M. Dogliotti College of Medicine (AMD) today as part of a high-level visit to observe …
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(Monrovia) — On May 17, 2018, U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Christine Elder visited government hospital projects in Robertsport and Tubmanburg. The projects, with support from the United States’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, include significant water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure (WASH) improvements at St. Timothy and Liberia Government Hospitals in Grand Cape Mount and Bomi …
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(Monrovia, May 21, 2018) — The United States Department of Energy and Liberia’s Ministry of Lands, Mines & Energy are co-hosting a four-day workshop on international nuclear safeguards in Monrovia from May 21-24. Liberia took the historic step of signing a Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement and Additional Protocol with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in …
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Read More» Media Note (Monrovia, March 22, 2018) — A U.S. navy helicopter participating in Exercise Obangame Express 2018 will be landing at the U.S. Embassy in Monrovia on March 24. Exercise Obangame Express 2018, which is sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime security, and information-sharing practices to enhance the …
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On February 28, Charge d’Affaires a.i. Sam Watson was in Salala, Bong County, to speak at the “Future Leaders Conference” organized by the National Service Learning Institute. In addition to his stop at the conference, the Charge also paid a visit to a Salala health facility funded by the U.S. government through the USAID “Fixed …
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On January 23, the Presidential Delegation from the United States attending the inauguration of President George Weah met with the newly inaugurated leader. Thomas A. Shannon, Jr., Under Secretary for Political Affairs, U.S. Department of State, led the U.S. delegation. During the bilateral meeting, President Weah and Under Secretary Shannon discussed the United States’ and …
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On January 12, 2018, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf inducted U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Christine Elder into the Order of the Star of Africa, with the Grade of Grand Band. In accepting the honor on behalf of the United States, Ambassador Elder noted, “I fully recognize that (this honor) is reflective of the broad and deep …
Read More» The United States congratulates the people of Liberia on the successful conclusion of the presidential runoff election, and President-elect George Weah on his victory. This is Liberia’s first peaceful transfer of power from one democratically elected head of state to another in decades, and represents a major milestone for Liberia’s democracy. The United States commends …
Read More» Security Council Press Statement on Elections in Liberia The members of the Security Council congratulated the Liberian people and Government as well as political leaders, civil society organizations, and the media, for the peaceful conduct of October 10 presidential and House of Representative elections. They commended international partners and UNMIL for their support in elections …
Read More» (Monrovia, November 15, 2017) — The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia was inspired by 1.5 million Liberians who expressed their commitment to and faith in democracy by voting in the October 10 elections. The U.S. Embassy underscores the importance of a peaceful transfer of power to a new democratically-elected president in January, as reflected in Liberia’s …
Read More» The Department of State administers the Congressionally-mandated Diversity Immigrant Visa Program annually. Section 203(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) provides for a class of immigrants known as “diversity immigrants” from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the United States. For Fiscal Year 2019, 50,000 Diversity Visas (DVs) will be available. Applicants …
Read More» Due to technical issues, the registration period for DV-2019 is being restarted, and all entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. We regret the inconvenience to Diversity Visa entrants. In order to ensure fairness and protect the integrity of the process for all those …
Read More» As a longstanding friend, the United States applauds the people of Liberia for exercising their democratic right to vote in the historic presidential and legislative elections. This is an important step toward achieving Liberia’s first peaceful transfer of power from one democratically-elected head of state to another in decades. We salute Liberia’s success in holding …
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(Monrovia, September 25, 2017) – Today, the U.S. Embassy, on behalf of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), signed an agreement with the Ministry of Education to implement the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Program in Liberia. The program will be piloted this year by Peace Corps Volunteers in …
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(Monrovia, August 29) – The United States Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ministry of Education (MoE) on Monday, August 28 launched the Accelerated Quality Education for Liberian Children (AQE) project. The project will provide quality basic education to out- of- school children in Liberia between ages 8-15. The new …
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(Monrovia, August 18, 2017) – Today, Peace Corps is swearing in 54 new Peace Corps Volunteers who will serve two-year tours. These Volunteers will be placed at public junior high and high schools in 13 counties. On August 22, another group of 19 Volunteers will arrive. The group will be comprised of 13 educators who …
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On Monday, July 31st,NAYMOTE launched the fourth semester of its Young Political Leaders School. U.S. Ambassador Christine Elder was proud to serve as a keynote speaker, along with SRSG Farid Zarif of UNMIL. In her remarks, she urged, “As the week goes on, don’t forget to seek to understand what you have in common, and …
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Five outstanding Liberian civil society leaders were recognized last week during the first ever Liberia Development Awards gala. Held on January 31, 2017, the ceremony presented awards for outstanding achievements in in health, education, agricultural, business and civil society. Award winners included:
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October 25, 2016 PRESS RELEASE Millennium Challenge Corporation CEO Visits Monrovia, MCC’s Investment in Mount Coffee Rehabilitation MONROVIA— Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation, Dana J. Hyde, visited Liberia over the last two days, as part of the MCC Powering Africa trip. CEO Hyde is visiting partner countries where MCC is …
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(Monrovia, October 7, 2016) Today, as part of the Let Girls Learn initiative, 22 Liberian girls will travel to the United States to celebrate the International Day of the Girl with U.S. First Lady, Michelle Obama. The 22 girls were selected due to their participation in educational programs supported by the Peace Corps, U.S. Agency …
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By Elizabeth Littlefield The author is President and CEO of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, the development finance institution of the United States government. As you gather to celebrate Liberia’s Independence Day, you have much to be proud of. Your country, battered by the Ebola epidemic during the past two years, has achieved zero …
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U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Christine Elder attended a ceremony at Monrovia City Hall on July 1 to mark the formal turnover of responsibilities for public safety by the UN Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) to the Liberian security forces. Over the past few years as UNMIL has drawn down, the Government of Liberia has increasingly taken over responsibility …
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On June 23 the newly arrived U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, the Honorable Christine Elder presented her Letter of Credence to Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf. President Sirleaf accepted her credentials and warmly welcomed Ambassador Elder to Liberia, expressing her appreciation for the excellent, long-term relationship between the United States and Liberia, and especially for the recent …
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By Assistant Secretary Linda Thomas-Greenfield Bureau of African Affairs, U.S. Department of State To secure a peaceful and prosperous future for its youngest citizens, Liberia must ensure that they will have ample opportunity to succeed as the country enters its second decade of post-conflict stability. Membership in the World Trade Organization (WTO) will provide a …
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Peace Corps-Liberia recently swore in its third group of Response Volunteers for six months to one year of service in communities throughout Liberia. The swearing-in ceremony brings the total number of Volunteers in Liberia to 23. The next group of Volunteers is expected this summer and will mark a return to full capacity by Peace …
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The U.S. Treasury ’s Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) and the Liberia Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) launched a joint effort on February 23, 2016 to develop Liberia’s ability to combat money laundering and counter the financing of terrorism. The Office of Technical Assistance is comprised of five subject-matter teams focused on technical assistance to governments …
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On February 10, Charge d’Affaires Mark Boulware (center) dedicated a multi-purpose building at Edward Binyah Barracks for the Armed Forces of Liberia, along with Honorable Brownie Samukai, Jr., Liberian Minister of Defense. Two buildings were constructed by the AFL and the Michigan Army National Guard engineer soldiers working shoulder-to-shoulder in four rotations from November 2015 – February …
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Four coordinators of American Spaces completed a rigorous three-day training at the Embassy the week of September 21 as part of their annual training. American Spaces, which are small-scale American-style libraries hosted by educational partners, provide publics outside Monrovia with access to information about the United States. Ambassador Deborah Malac, pictured here with the group, …
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Ambassador Deborah Malac hosted a reception September 17 in honor of Liberia’s 16 2015 #MandelaFellows after their return from the United States. U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac hosted a reception Thursday evening in honor of Liberia’s 16 2015 #MandelaFellows after their return from the United States. The honorees mingled with other program alumni, Liberian government officials, business …
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Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County – The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Government of Liberia (GoL), has inaugurated a new water pipeline extension system that will provide potable water to 200 households and over 1,000 people in Robertsport City, Grand Cape Mount County. The new pipeline, …
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Minister of Health Dr. Bernice Dahn; U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Deborah Malac; and representatives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the CDC Foundation and the Paul G. Allen Ebola Program participated on August 21 in a dedication ceremony of the Emergency Operations Center in Monrovia. In the summer of 2014 during the …
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CDC Director Tom Frieden fields a question during a press conference on August 5 with Ambassador Deborah Malac. Along with U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac, CDC Director Tom Frieden welcomes participants to the first class in the Field Epidemiology Training Program to be held in Liberia. Dr. Tom Frieden, director of the U.S. Centers for Disease …
Read More» CDC Director Tom Frieden fields a question during a press conference on August 5 with Ambassador Deborah Malac. Along with U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac, CDC Director Tom Frieden welcomes participants to the first class in the Field Epidemiology Training Program to be held in Liberia. Dr. Tom Frieden, director of the U.S. Centers for …
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A week-long pre-departure orientation kicked off Thursday, July 30, for eight Liberian high school students who will be participating in the 2015-2016 Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange Study (YES) program at high schools across the United States. Ambassador Deborah Malac stopped by the orientation to wish the students well and exhort them to represent Liberia to their …
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Gbarnway, Lofa County –The United States Government has turned over the completed and operational Gbarnway Solar Electricity Pilot Project to the people of Gbarnway in Lofa County. The project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is a 24 kilowatt renewable off-grid electricity system that will provide power to 152 households, 5 …
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On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send best wishes to the people of Liberia as you celebrate 168 years of independence on July 26. The United States and Liberia share a bond that dates to the first days of your republic. Together, we will continue to work toward …
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U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac paid calls on two Muslim communities in Monrovia on July 14 to extend the United States’ greetings marking Ramadan. The Mosques included the New Georgia Estate Junction Mosque in Gardnerville and the 17th Street Mosque in Sinkor. Ambassador Malac met with Liberian Muslim clerics and expressed sentiments on behalf of the …
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(Monrovia) – U.S. Embassy Monrovia hosted a colorful ceremony on Thursday, July 2, 2015 in observance of the 239thIndependence Day celebration of the United States of America. The ceremony took place at the Executive Pavilion in Monrovia. In her welcoming remarks to guests, U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac commended the Liberian government, especially health workers and …
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(Monrovia) – U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac has sworn in the first batch of five Peace Corps Response Volunteers who returned to the country after Liberia was declared Ebola free by the World Health Organization on May 9, 2015. More than 100 Peace Corps Volunteers were evacuated from Liberia almost a year ago due to the …
Read More» For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY KERRY June 17, 2015 On Ramadan On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, Teresa and I wish all Muslims a happy and blessed Ramadan. Ramadan is a season for heightened reflection, worship, compassion, and community. For Muslims everywhere, this special month provides spiritual nourishment and reinforces appreciation for …
Read More» The U.S. Government has announced it is modifying its enhanced Ebola entry screening and monitoring program for travelers entering the United States from Liberia. As of June 17, 2015, travelers arriving in the United States from Liberia will still have their temperatures taken, be asked about their health and will need to provide local contact …
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Monrovia, Liberia, June 10, 2015 – The 48th Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear (CBRN) Brigade has cased its colors to signify the end of its participation in Operation United Assistance (OUA)-TAC. OUA was part of the overall ‘whole of U.S. Government’ response to assist Liberia in getting rid of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). The brigade …
Read More» Salala, Bong County – U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac met with hundreds of Liberian officials, university administrators, high school faculty, students and beneficiaries of U.S.-funded health, education and small business projects during a week-long road trip through Southeastern and Central Liberia. Ambassador Malac visited Maryland, River Gee, Grand Gedeh, Nimba and Bong Counties from April 13-17. …
Read More» The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Associate Administrator Eric Postel will visit Liberia May 13-16, 2015. His trip, part of a three-country tour that will take him to Guinea and Sierra Leone, will focus on USAID’s development assistance supporting post-Ebola recovery efforts in West Africa. During his visit, Associate Administrator Postel will meet with …
Read More» On May 4, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta downgraded its travel alert from a Level 3 (Avoid Nonessential Travel) to a Level 2 (Practice Enhanced Precautions) for Liberia. Currently, there are no known cases of Ebola in Liberia. As of April 18, 2015, contacts of Liberia’s last known Ebola patient have …
Read More» THE PRESIDENT: Well, I want to welcome Presidents Sirleaf, Koroma and Condé. The United States has a long partnership with Liberia and Sierra Leone and Guinea — partnerships that prove to be critical in the fight against Ebola. We’re here to assess progress today and to look ahead. We begin by noting the incredible losses …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac has applauded the works of alumni of the 2014 Mandela Washington Fellowship – Liberia. Ambassador Malac said upon the return of the Fellows from their program, they immediately and actively got involved in the fight against Ebola in Liberia. “They have been working 24/7, raising the public’s awareness about Ebola …
Read More» U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Sheila Paskman has urged Liberian journalists to practice more responsible journalism, and she underscored the need for them to help build a strong democratic society through the dissemination of accurate and reliable information to the public. “Democracy cannot work if people do not know what is going on,” DCM Paskman …
Read More» Monrovia, Liberia, March 20, 2015 –The 48th Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear (CBRN) Brigade has uncased its colors and assumed command of the Operation United Assistance (TAC-OUA) mission from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). “Today’s uncasing ceremony is a milestone in the history of the 48thChemical Biological Radiological Nuclear (CBRN) Brigade since its activation at …
Read More» Monrovia, March 12—U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac was among several speakers who participated in the African Women’s Entrepreneurship Program Liberia (AWEP-L’s) commemoration of International Women’s Day (IWD) in Tappita, Nimba County. March 8 is designated as International Women’s Day, and every year celebrations are held worldwide to highlight women’s social, political, and economic achievements. AWEP-L, an …
Read More» The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release February 20, 2015 On Friday, February 27, President Obama will welcome President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia to the White House. President Sirleaf’s visit comes at a time of critical cooperation between the United States and Liberia. As President Obama announced last week, the …
Read More» The U.S.-Liberia relationship dates back nearly 200 years and is stronger than ever as we continue working together to get to zero Ebola cases. Liberia, under the leadership of President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, has emerged from over a decade of war to be a key champion of democracy, peace, and development. The U.S. is Liberia’s …
Read More» The U.S. Acting Assistant Secretary for Health, Karen DeSalvo, MD, MPH, MSc, Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs, Jimmy Kolker, MPA, and Deputy Chief of Staff Dawn O’Connel will visit Liberia and Guinea for three days this week to visit Ebola response sites in the region. In Liberia, they will tour the Monrovia Medical Unit (MMU), …
Read More» Gbarnga, Bong County –Smallholder farmers have had tremendous results increasing their crop yields in the past year through new planting practices, improved seeds and technical support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Together with the War Affected Women Educational Empowerment Program (WAWEEP), USAID is working to improve food security in Liberia by …
Read More» Monrovia, February 13, 2015 – The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that medical examinations for all immigrant visa and diversity visa applicants will resume in Liberia on February 16, 2015. A medical examination completed by an approved panel physician is a requirement for all immigrant and diversity visa applications. Visa applicants in Liberia previously …
Read More» Barkedu, Lofa County – U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac has officially handed over the keys to the new Barkedu Health Center, which was funded with U.S. Government support, to Lofa County Health Officer Dr. Joseph Bolongei. During a ceremony, Ambassador Malac complimented county and local officials and members of the community for working to improve health …
Read More» United States Senator from Delaware, Christopher Coons, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on African Affairs, travelled to Monrovia, Liberia to review the international efforts to stop the spread of the Ebola virus and visit U.S. military servicemen and women deployed as part of Operation United Assistance. “Ebola has claimed the lives of almost …
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The Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Tom Frieden, traveled to Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea in December 2014 to determine how the West African countries are doing in the fight against Ebola and what further measures need to be taken to eradicate the epidemic. “I am here to try to …
Read More» The diplomatic community in Liberia and the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) look forward to a free, fair, transparent, and peaceful process for the Special Senatorial Elections scheduled for 20 December 2014. Recognising that this is a sovereign process, we call on all stakeholders to help ensure all eligible Liberians are able to participate …
Read More» D’Geedawoi Johnson and Robert Kpoto came to the Monrovia Medical Unit (MMU) after being confirmed with the Ebola virus disease while providing care in Liberia, but today, December 8, 2014, both men walked out under clear skies on a warm day ready to reunite with their families. D’Geedawoi stops just long enough to look back …
Read More» Monrovia, December 5 – U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Linda Thomas-Greenfield and other members of a high-level U.S. delegation travelled to Monrovia, Liberia December 2-4, 2014 to review the U.S. Government’s Ebola response efforts and to review what steps will need to be taken in a post-Ebola West Africa. The delegation included …
Read More» The U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps has announced that two patients, both Liberian healthcare workers, were released Monday from the Monrovia Medical Unit (MMU). Both patients have recovered from Ebola and are virus-free. Stanley Sayonkon, a 42-year-old nurse, and Mark Tate, a 43-year-old clinic records specialist, were admitted to the MMU, a 25-bed …
Read More» MONROVIA, Liberia – November 7, 2014 – U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Deborah R. Malac and Rear Admiral Scott F. Giberson joined Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 to mark the inauguration of the Monrovia Medical Unit (MMU), a 25-bed field hospital located in Margibi County, Liberia. The facility, expected to be fully …
Read More» In an effort to enhance global awareness and increase the levels of support from the international community, United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power spent Tuesday, October 28th in Liberia as part of a larger tour of Ebola affected countries in the region. “President Obama asked me to come to the region as …
Read More» Two additional mobile testing labs from the U.S. Government, which were flown into Liberia last weekend, have already been installed and are up and running at the Ebola Treatment Units at Island Clinic and in Bong County. The U.S. Navy laboratories, part of the ongoing Joint Forces Command-United Assistance, reduce the time needed to determine …
Read More» U.S. military C-17s landed at Roberts International Airport over the weekend carrying key pieces of U.S. military equipment to aid in the anti-Ebola fight: two mobile Ebola testing labs and equipment to build the 25-bed field hospital for health care workers. The mobile labs will be placed at the Ebola Treatment Centers (ETUs) at Island …
Read More» MONROVIA, Liberia—One of the saddest things about the Ebola outbreak in Liberia is the inability for many patients to get treatment. In Dolo Town recently, I watched a father carry his ailing son in a wheelbarrow to the clinic for treatment, but they did not have the capacity to help. He had been calling the …
Read More» A total of three C-17 U.S. military aircrafts have so far flown into Liberia with assorted U.S. military equipment and personnel for the anti-Ebola fight. More than 50 military personnel, including engineers and airfield specialists, have been brought in as part of the advance team. The cargo includes heavy duty engineering equipment, medical supplies, and …
Read More» “Good afternoon, everybody. Please be seated. I want to thank Dr. Frieden and everybody here at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for welcoming me here today. Tom and his team just gave me an update on the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, our efforts to help mobilize the international community to fight it, …
Read More» U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac held a media roundtable with 30 Liberian journalists Tuesday to screen the video of President Barack Obama’s message to the people of West Africa about the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) and to give them an overview of the $19.6 million the United States has committed to fight the disease. In his …
Read More» On August 24, the U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development and the U.S. Ebola Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART), airlifted more than 16 tons of medical equipment and emergency supplies to Liberia for the Ebola response. The shipment included 10,000 sets of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), two water treatment units and two …
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The Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Dr. Tom Frieden, met with the Ministers of Health and Social Welfare and of Internal Affairs, Dr. Walter Gwenigale and Morris Dukuly, on Tuesday for an overview of the Liberian government’s response to the Ebola outbreak, which has killed more than 700 Liberians. At …
Read More» CDC Director Dr. Frieden and team meet with Dr. Lyndon G. Mabande, Medical Director at the Firestone Hospital, Dr. Benedict Wolo, a physician at the hospital, and President/General Manager of the Firestone Rubber Plantation, Ed Garcia Dr. Frieden addresses journalists at a press conference Wednesday at the Ministry of Information. Seated behind him are Information …
Read More» A high-level delegation of U.S. medical experts and emergency responders, led by Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Dr. Tom Frieden , is in Liberia to see firsthand the impact of the Ebola outbreak, to assess response activities, and to hear from government officials, international partners, and health care workers in West Africa to see …
Read More» The United States is stepping up its efforts to help contain the Ebola outbreak in Liberia and the other affected countries in West Africa by increasing the number of personnel, emergency supplies, and funding to the region. This week, the Ebola Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) —which is overseeing the overall U.S. Ebola response efforts—will …
Read More» The U. S. Department of State released its 2013 International Religious Freedom report on Liberia. The report says Liberia’s constitution, laws and policies protect religious freedom, and, in practice, the government generally respected religious freedom in the past year. There were no reports of societal abuses or discrimination based on religious affiliation, belief, or practice. …
Read More» Liberia National Day On behalf of President Obama and all Americans, I congratulate the people of Liberia as you observe 167 years of independence on July 26. Liberia and the United States share a special bond dating back to the first days of your republic. Centuries later, that bond is stronger than ever. We remain …
Read More» (Monrovia, Thursday, July 24, 2014) — We are aware of reports that several Liberian government officials had their U.S. visas cancelled recently. Under U.S. law, we cannot comment on individual visa cases. That said, the partnership between the United States and Liberia remains strong. We have worked together through many difficult times. We are committed …
Read More» STATEN ISLAND, N.Y., USA — For the last 5 weeks, Samuel Duo of Liberia has been part of a group of 25 young African leaders from 19 sub-Saharan countries who have been studying civic leadership/engagement and nonprofit organization management at Wagner College, in the New York City borough of Staten Island. The Wagner College cohort …
Read More» Monrovia, July 11 – Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac highlighted the Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders (YALI) Program and the upcoming U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit as examples of the countries’ close collaboration in remarks at a U.S. Independence Day reception (July 3). In addressing the audience of 750 government officials, …
Read More» Monrovia, Liberia—The U.S. Government has donated another supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the World Health Organization to support the international response to the Ebola outbreak which is affecting Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone. The donation, including aprons, face masks, gowns, caps and cadaver bags, are in addition to a previous donation by the …
Read More» The Washington Fellowship is the new flagship program of President Barack Obama’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). This program will bring over 500 young leaders to the United States each year, beginning this summer, for leadership training and mentoring, and will create unique opportunities in Africa to put those new skills to practical use in propelling economic …
Read More» Zorzor, Lofa County – One hundred and fifty-six graduates were awarded pre-service “C” certificates, qualifying them to teach at the primary school level at a colorful ceremony witnessed by hundreds of people on the campus of the Zorzor Rural Teacher Training Institute (ZRTTI) on June 21. The graduates, mostly between the ages of 25 to 35 …
Read More» U.S. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Heather Higginbottom met with Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and her key advisors June 20 during a two-day official visit to Liberia. The advisors present at the meeting included Minister of Foreign Affairs Augustine Ngafuan, Minister of State and Chief of Staff Dr. Edward McClain, Minister …
Read More» The U.S. Department of State has released its 2014 Trafficking in Person (TIP) report on Liberia and has praised Liberia for making substantial progress in combatting human trafficking although it says more work still needs to be done. The report says Government of Liberia does not fully comply with the minimum standards for the elimination …
Read More» Gbarnga, Bong County — U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac has officially handed over a new goat quarantine facility to Liberia’s Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI) outside Gbarnga, in Bong County. The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Food and Enterprise Development Program (FED), rehabilitated the former livestock facility so that it can …
Read More» Saniquellie, Nimba County — U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac says the U.S. Government is making major investments to support Liberia’s agriculture sector and its agricultural education through the U.S. Agency for International Development’s Food and Enterprise Development program, known as FED. In an address (April 2) to 400 school administrators, faculty and students at Nimba County …
Read More» Payee, Nimba County – U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac officially launched construction of a ‘feeder road’ from Bahn-Payee-Zuoplay, calling the groundbreaking ceremony the beginning of a major commitment by the U.S. Government to support farm-to-market road rehabilitation in Liberia. Alongside Ambassador Malac, Liberia’s Minister of Public Works, Antoinette Weeks, local officials and farmers all turned a …
Read More» Monrovia, April 8 – U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac has urged participants at a high-level ministerial meeting to analyze how the Liberian government can work with other stakeholders to coordinate its response to a major disaster and to identify how to improve its ability to manage disasters effectively. In opening the meeting, U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac …
Read More» (Buchanan, Grand Bassa County) — The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has reiterated its commitment to helping Liberia reduce poverty and achieve food security. Speaking at the close of a back-to-school garden competition for over 2,500 young farmers in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, USAID Deputy Mission Director Barbara Dickson …
Read More» (Gbarnga, Liberia) — The Mission Director for the U.S. Agency for International Development in Liberia (USAID), John Mark Winfield, says civil society organizations (CSOs) and the media are important actors in the process of nation-building. In a keynote address at a Social Enterprise Development Business Plan Competition in Gbarnga, Bong County, the USAID Director acknowledged …
Read More» On Saturday, January 18, U.S. Ambassador to Liberia Deborah Malac praised 19 Liberians for their hard work earning education-related master’s degrees urged them to use their skills, knowledge and abilities to further develop Liberia’s education sector. Her comments were delivered at the welcome back ceremony for those graduates who received scholarships from the U.S. Agency …
Read More» (Monrovia, February 4, 2014) —The U.S. Government has donated US$2.2 million in equipment and facilities, including two pursuit boats, to the Liberian Coast Guard to enable it to better patrol and protect Liberia’s coastal waters. In addition to the 33-foot Special Purpose Craft-Law Enforcement (SPC-LE) pursuit boats, the donation includes two Ford F-350 trucks, two …
Read More» (Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount) — U.S. Ambassador Deborah Malac and USAID’s Global Water Coordinator, Chris Holmes, along with officials from the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC), joined local residents at a ground-breaking ceremony for a new pipeline that will bring clean drinking water to densely-populated areas of Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County. At the …
Read More» WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing an additional $5 million to help combat the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. The announcement brings USAID’s commitment for the Ebola response to nearly $19.6 million since the outbreak was first reported in March 2014. Jeremy Konyndyk, Director of USAID’s Office of U.S. …
Read More» The Acting Mission Director of the U.S. Agency for International Development in Liberia, Barbara Dickerson, says the Voter Registration Update is critical for Liberians to continue to exercise their right to vote. In remarks at the launch of the Civic and Voters Roll update, Acting Director Dickerson said there are an estimated 400,000 Liberians who …
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