Former President Sirleaf launches a book on Liberia's fight against Ebola, as she reflects on resilience of the population here.The Ebola outbreak here left an enduring psychological and spiritual ...

But it was a challenge that C. Patrick Burrowes, a former Penn State University professor who has spent much of his career researching Liberia’s early history, was eager to take on. So ...

In a powerful moment of national remembrance and literary pride, former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf joined government officials, survivors, and dignitaries at the National Museum to launch ...

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“This picture looks like Liberia feels to me,” says Gordon ... came to barter with salt and cloth,” Yancy says angrily. History, meanwhile, moves on. Most of the men, women and children ...

In December 2011, Leymah Gbowee was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her role in helping to end the devastating civil war in Liberia. She had mobilised thousands of women to take part in daily, ...

In the proclamation, President Boakai acknowledged Liberia's history of being spared from devastating national crises, which ...

Liberia’s history is marked by periods of both prosperity and devastation. Founded in 1822 by freed African Americans, the country declared independence in 1847, becoming Africa’s first republic.

"We call on our international partners to stand with Liberia as we navigate this crucial phase in our nation’s history. Together, we can ensure that the sacrifices of our people lead to lasting ...