Latest news in Liberia? September 3rd, 2026
03-09-2026
Key developments in Liberia as of September 3, 2026:
- Cabinet and Justice Ministry Reshuffle: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai announced major shifts within the executive branch, removing Justice Minister Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh and nominating Cllr. Betty M. Lamin Blamo to lead the Ministry of Justice. Additionally, Cllr. Abraham Boimah Sillah Sr. was appointed Solicitor General to replace Cllr. Augustine C. Fayiah. Both outgoing officials are slated for reassignment. Other reshuffled positions include appointments in the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, as well as local leadership roles in Grand Gedeh County, all subject to Senate confirmation. allAfrica.com+ 2
- National Carbon Policy Rollout: The Boakai administration formally received Liberia’s National Carbon Policy. The initiative establishes an official framework for the country’s entry into international carbon trading and climate financing, aiming to leverage Liberia’s extensive forest reserves for national revenue and local community development. The New Dawn Liberia
- Environmental & Resource Management Engagements: The government continues discussions with international partners and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) focused on strengthening regulatory enforcement against illicit mining and stabilizing governance across protected environmental corridors. allAfrica.com