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EFF leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison following his conviction for discharging a firearm in public during a 2018 event. His party says an appeal is already in motion and remains confident he will secure bail as the legal battle continues.

The U.S. government has reaffirmed plans to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national accused of MS-13 links and human smuggling, to Liberia, despite legal challenges and growing concerns over the move. Liberian authorities say the decision to accept him is strictly temporary and humanitarian.

A Ghanaian court has denied bail for five suspects in the killing of Liberian national Austin Tengbeh, citing the seriousness of the case and concerns over possible interference, as proceedings are adjourned to April 27, 2026.

Tensions along the Liberia–Guinea border take a new turn as NFRA Deputy Director Bob Yeenuah Karto links Guinea’s military deployment to alleged security concerns over the so-called Fula National Security of Liberia. With claims of intelligence reports, ethnic sensitivities, and political maneuvering emerging, will diplomacy prevail or escalate the situation?

Black leaders in Massachusetts held a press conference Thursday on the steps of Springfield City Hall to launch a movement aimed at restoring U.S. citizenship for Liberians. 

The United Methodist Church has taken a firm stand, declaring “unequivocal” support for transgender and LGBTQ+ rights as restrictions continue to grow across the United States. Framing the issue as both moral and theological, the church is calling for protection, inclusion, and equal rights for all.

French President Macron has reportedly turned down President Boakai’s request to intervene in the Liberia–Guinea border dispute, signaling a shift in France’s role in West Africa as tensions along the frontier continue to rise. With troop movements increasing and diplomatic efforts under strain, attention is now turning to regional bodies and African-led solutions to prevent further escalation.

More than 100 Liberians are reportedly stranded in Cambodia after falling victim to an alleged international job scam, with victims describing forced confinement, exploitation, and life-threatening conditions. Despite being rescued, they remain homeless and without support, now urgently appealing to the Government of Liberia for immediate evacuation and assistance.

Guinea has announced the withdrawal of its troops from the Liberia and Sierra Leone borders following a landmark Mano River Union agreement reached in Conakry. The move, set to begin March 17, signals a major step toward easing tensions, as regional leaders commit to resolving border disputes through diplomacy and strengthening peace and cooperation across the region.

Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone have agreed to pursue a peaceful, diplomatic resolution to ongoing border tensions following high-level talks in Conakry. The three presidents committed to dialogue over force, strengthened security cooperation, and pledged joint efforts to maintain stability and boost economic activities across their shared borders.