Year: 2025

Law & Governance

Why Liberia Should Eliminate Deputy and Assistant Ministerial Positions to Save Millions and Drive Development

By Moses Zangar, Jr. A Nation in Need of Reform Liberia, like many developing nations, faces significant economic challenges. With limited resources and pressing developmental needs, the country must prioritize efficiency and accountability in governance. One area that demands urgent reform is the bloated structure of government, particularly the roles of deputy and assistant ministers. These positions, while historically entrenched, come with substantial financial costs and

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Society & Development

Speaking as One: Why Liberia Needs a National Language to Unite and Empower Its People

The benefits of adopting a national language are profound. First and foremost, it would strengthen Liberia’s national identity. A shared language rooted in Liberia’s indigenous heritage would provide Liberians with a unifying cultural touchstone, fostering pride in their shared history and traditions.

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Politics & Elections, Regional & Global,

Africa’s Youthful Majority vs Aging Leaders: Bridging the Divide for Change Amid Entrenched Power

Africa is a continent of contrasts. It boasts the youngest population in the world, with over 60% of its people under the age of 25, yet it is governed by some of the oldest leaders globally, many of whom have clung to power for decades.

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The Rise of the One-Term Presidency in Africa – A New Chapter in Democratic Accountability

The emergence of the “one-term presidency” in Africa is reshaping the political landscape, signaling a new era of accountability, voter empowerment, and democratic maturity.

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Breaking the Two-Party Cycle and Building a New Era of Leadership

By Ansony Sieh Since the end of Liberia’s civil war and the return to democratic governance in 2006, the country has been caught in a political loop—one dominated almost exclusively by two major parties: the Unity Party (UP) and the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC). These two entities have alternated power for nearly two decades, each entering office with promises of transformation, and each leaving behind

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To the Liberian National Legislature – that June 3oth ‘National Day of Prayer’ was Unconstitutional, Unlawful and Wasteful

By: Wonderr Koryenen Freeman, Attorney, CFCS During Liberia’s festive week – and while celebrating our 178th independence – President Boakai just willy-nilly declared June 30th 2025 as a National Day of Prayer. He simply summoned his Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials to write up a presidential proclamation. He didn’t’ see the need to seek legislative approval. The proclamation itself, issued on the 28th of July 2025,

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