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Liberia Invests in Tourism Education: School Tours Boost Heritage Awareness
Liberia is making strides in cultural tourism with the launch of innovative educational programs. The initiative aims to instill a deeper appreciation for the country's rich history and touristic attractions among its youth. The Martha M. Wright … read more
Overland Airways Launches Successful Inaugural Flight to Freetown
Overland Airways, Nigeria’s oldest private domestic airline, has celebrated a significant milestone with its inaugural flight to Freetown, Sierra Leone, on December 19, 2024. The flight landed at Freetown International Airport (FIA) to a traditional water cannon salute from the airport's fire service, marking a new chapter in re… read more
Zambia Introduces Visa Waiver for 53 Countries, Boosting Tourism Prospects
The Zambian Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security has announced an exciting new visa waiver for citizens from 53 countries, as outlined in Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2024. This significant decision elevates the total number of countries eligible for visa-free access to Zambia to an impressive 167. The new visa polic… read more
Ethiopian Airlines Returns to Monrovia
Ethiopian Airlines on Saturday November 30, 2024, marked a significant milestone with the resumption of passenger flights to Liberia’s capital, Monrovia.
The inaugural flight was celebrated in a ceremony attended by Liberian President, government officials, diplomats, and Ethiopian Airlines executives. The event highlighted t… read more
Ambassador Yin Chengwu Met with Director General of the Liberia Civil Aviation Authority Julius Denn
On October 31st, Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, met with Mr. Julius Dennis, Jr., Director General of the Liberia Civil Aviation Authority.
Ambassador Yin briefed the outcomes of Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and meetings between the two heads of state, expressing China’s willingnes… read more
ET Returns to Monrovia, Boosting Connectivity and Tourism
Ethiopian Airlines, has announced the resumption of its passenger services to Monrovia, Liberia, effective November 30, 2024.
This move underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening connectivity within the African continent and boosting economic development in West Africa. The airline will offer three weekly flights b… read more
Ethiopian To Take Delivery Of First A350-1000, Lists Initial Routes
Ethiopian Airlines is set to take delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000, with an initial four routes tentatively scheduled to be served using the aircraft type.
The airline says the largest variant of the A350 family will arrive in November, making it the first African carrier to operate the model. Ethiopian h… read more
President Boakai advances rail infrastructure development with new executive mandate
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has issued Executive Order No. 136, extending the provisions of Executive Order No. 112 and reaffirming the Government of Liberia’s commitment to the development and enhancement of the country’s rail infrastructure.
This Executive Order, which takes immediate effect, establishes the National Ra… read more
'It's Not Personal' - U.S. Envoy On High Visa Refusal Rates
The United States Ambassador to Liberia, Mark C. Toner, has disclosed that many Liberians are denied American visas due to their insincerity. He revealed that over 50 percent of Liberians who travel to the United States on a visit refuse to return home after their stipulated time elapses.
It can be recalled that Liberia ranke… read more
Tourism sector key to achieving arrest agenda
The Deputy Minister for Administration at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs, and Tourism (MICAT), Jimmy Tarplah, has emphasized the untapped potential of Liberia's tourism sector to significantly boost government revenue.
Speaking at the official launch of the National Tourism Stakeholders Dialogue on August 2, 2024 at a… read more
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