AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSchool Crisis: The House has summoned Education Minister Jarso Jallah, MCSS Superintendent and teachers’ leaders over the prolonged shutdown of Monrovia public schools, as lawmakers seek answers on the dispute and plans to resume classes. Healthcare: Health workers at Emirates Hospital in Gbarpolu protested delayed and unpaid salaries, raising concerns about staffing and care at a key county facility. Cost of Living: Liberia’s economy is growing, driven in part by mining, but households say high prices and weak purchasing power leave them struggling to afford essentials. Mineral Wealth: Vice President Jeremiah Koung told African leaders in Ghana that countries must know the value of their resources before negotiating with investors, while urging greater local processing and fair returns. National ID Deal: Lawmakers have begun reviewing a proposed $52 million national identification system, with civil society groups urging scrutiny of its costs and data safeguards. Diplomacy and Security: President Boakai received new U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Kristin Gilmore for talks on investment, health and security; a separate Morocco partnership will provide equipment and training for the Armed Forces of Liberia.
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