The departure of USAID and, most recently, Sweden’s announcement to phase out its $149.6 million bilateral aid and close its Monrovia embassy by August 2026, underscore the urgent need for Liberia to chart a new course – one defined by economic self-reliance, prudent public spending, and a decisive break from aid dependency
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by: Wonderr K. Freeman, CFCS, Attorney Recently, Mr. Philipbert S. Browne, a veteran Liberian journalist, wrote two lengthy Facebook posts—praising the National Security Agency (NSA) and justifying its multi-million-dollar budget. The titles of the two posts were: It is within the constitutional rights of Mr. Browne to post and possibly to make a living. His history of making a living that way is well documented. But
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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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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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And Mr. Boakai, the 50-year GOL veteran, knows all too well just what to do to pacify Liberians. Fast & Prayer economics – just sprinkle lil ‘holy water’ over your economic worries. Bingo!
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Yes, Liberians fasted and prayed for six years while George Weah smoked, drank, danced “Buga,” and looted the country dry. Today, Mr. Weah, his wife, and many of his CDC insiders are rich for the rest of their lives and even for the next generation. Since January 2024, Liberians started a new round of “fasts and prayers,” this time patiently waiting for divine intervention while Mr. Boakai and the Unity Party kleptocrats complete their turn looting the country. After they finish, they’ll probably pass the country back to George Weah and CDC for “round two.”
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