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Polls close in Liberia’s tightly contested presidential run-off

The incumbent, former footballer George Weah, faces off against political veteran Joseph Boakai.

Al Jazeera

Liberians vote in presidential run-off between George Weah and Joseph Boakai

Liberia is gearing up for the run-off presidential election on Wednesday. President George Weah is fighting to keep his job as he faces stiff competition from former vice president Joseph Boakai. The election is a rematch of 2017 – when Weah defeated Boakai with 61 percent. But since then, some…

France 24

Liberia’s Weah and rival Boakai meet again in presidential run-off

President Weah is contesting against rival Boakai for the second consecutive election, after 2017’s match-up.

Al Jazeera

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Liberia's election set for run-off in tightest race since end of civil war

Liberia is headed for a run-off election with incumbent President George Weah, a former soccer star who has been in power since 2018, running neck and neck with main opponent Joseph Boakai.

Radio France Internationale

Liberian President George Weah to face Joseph Boakai in second round run-off

Liberia's presidential election seems to be on track for a run-off after last week's ballot. Provisional results show President George Weah and opposition leader Joseph Boakai neck-and-neck, below the threshold needed to avoid a second round. Also in this edition: parts of Ghana are under water after heavy flooding caused…

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US officially labels ousting of Niger's president a 'coup'

The US formally acknowledges that Niger's military staged a coup when it ousted President Mohamed Bazoum back in July. The announcement means the US will be suspending financial aid and military support to the country. Meanwhile, the first convoy of French troops prepares to leave Niger. Also in this edition:…

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What to know about Liberia’s presidential election

Liberia goes to the polls on Tuesday amid growing anger over corruption and the cost of living.

Al Jazeera

The key issues at stake in Liberia’s presidential election

Issues around the economy and the civil war could affect how Liberians vote in Tuesday’s election, analysts say.

Al Jazeera

The people vying for Liberia’s presidency on October 10

President George Weah, who is seeking a second six-year term, is up against 19 other candidates, on Tuesday.

Al Jazeera

Liberia elections 2023: three things the next president must do

Liberia, Africa’s oldest republic, is about to choose its next president.

The Conversation

USAID to slowly resume food aid to Ethiopia after suspension in June over fraud

The renewed aid comes after follows reforms put in place by the Ethiopian government and agency partners to improve food distribution. But USAID will keep most operations suspended after concerns of systematic diversion of aid. Also in this edition: 400 French soldiers in the town of Ouallam will be the…

France 24

Liberia's young voters engage for peaceful elections

In a schoolroom, young Liberians take it in turns to draw an image expressing what they fear most as they become eligible to vote for the first time.

Radio France Internationale

Israeli President Herzog And Liberian President Weah Discuss Bilateral Cooperation

Leaders focus on agriculture, education, and diplomatic ties during productive meeting in Jerusalem.

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USMNT Winger Tim Weah Signs Five-Year Deal With Juventus

The 23-year-old winger leaves Lille for the Serie A giants in a deal worth more than $11 million.

Daily Mirror

Timothy Weah role for Juventus and why he's completely different from legendary dad George

The departing Ligue 1 talent will follow in the footsteps of his iconic father George in signing for a Serie A giant but will take up a very different role to him in Turin

Daily Mirror

Most expensive USMNT players ever as Timothy Weah closes in on big-money Juventus transfer

United States star Timothy Weah is on the move this summer, swapping France for Italy as he closes in on a transfer to Serie A giants Juventus after four years with Lille

The Conversation

Is democracy on the ballot in west Africa? What the latest data tells us

Democracy indices compiled by respected organisations have suggested that around the world, there’s an increase in authoritarianism or democratic backsliding.

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Liberia may have 'parallel system' for illegal log exports

A government document obtained by The Associated Press outlines more than three dozen cases in Liberia where it appears logs were illegally cut or moved out of the country using unofficial channels

France 24

Pope Francis denounces 'economic colonialism' on visit to DR Congo

In tonight's edition: The pope denounces the poison of greed driving conflicts and exploitation of the African continent. That message goes down well with the tens of thousands cheering his arrival in DR Congo. Also, Liberian President George Weah rejects criticism that he's out of touch and sets his sights…

Reuters

Liberian President George Weah says will seek second term this year

Liberia's President George Weah on Monday told parliament he would run for reelection this year after a first term marred with graft allegations and economic downturn.

The Independent UK

Investigation faults Liberian agency protecting rainforest

An independent investigation into logging in the Liberian rainforest found illegal operations “on a significant scale,” with multiple missteps or breaches of law by the government agency charged with protecting those forests

Liverpool Echo

Timothy Weah transfer could provide the supply line Everton's strikers desperately need

Everton have been linked with a potential transfer move for USA international winger Timothy Weah of Lille

Belfast Live

Carl Frampton on why George Best will always be a 'Northern Ireland hero'

"George was a superstar. They called him the Fifth Beatle. He was the boy."

The National (Scotland)

Celtic legend has no plans to emulate George Weah after entering Slovakian politics

AS any Celtic fan who saw him play during the four unforgettable seasons that he spent at Parkhead will tell you, Lubomir Moravcik could do just…

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