Author: Afrik Media
Another day, another record broken by Caitlin Clark. The 22-year-old rookie recorded 19 assists in the Indiana Fever’s 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings on Wednesday – a WNBA record for a single game. The New York Liberty’s Courtney Vandersloot held the previous record of 18 assists, set in August 2020 when she was with the Chicago Sky. Clark also added 24 points and six rebounds against the Wings, but it was ultimately in a losing cause as the Fever fell to 11-15 on the season. “I just try to set my teammates up for success,” Clark told reporters after the game. “I…
Manchester United have signed French defender Leny Yoro from Lille until 2029 in a deal worth 62m euros (£52.18m), with 8m euros (£6.73m) in add-ons. The 18-year-old centre-back has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford, with the option for an additional 12 months. Yoro, who made his Lille debut at the age of 16, had been linked with Real Madrid and Paris St-Germain, while Liverpool were also interested in him. He played 32 times in the league last season and scored two goals as he helped Lille finish fourth and and was named in the Ligue 1 team of…
FIFA turf expert Eric Harrison has completed his inspection visits of Willie D. Knuckles and Conference Center pitches in Zubah Town and Hotel Africa Community respectively for the purpose of constructing two artificial turfs in Liberia. The inspection tour was headed by LFA 3rd Vice President Jodie Reid-Seton, who was accompanied by EC members Tickly Monkoney and Cyrus Yeanaye. Following his inspection visit of the two pitches, Mr. Harrison will debrief the LFA President Mustapha Raji and his team of EC members on Friday, 19 July before returning to FIFA with the feasibility report. Below is a pictorial guide of…
By: Enoch Zuo II The government of Liberia information house, The Ministry of Information Cultural Affairs and Tourism MICAT has presented a brand new TVS motorcycle to her Grand Cape Mount County correspondent as part of an effort to make the process of information gathering effective. Presenting the keys to journalist Morris Karneh Information Minister Honorable Jerolinmek Piah narrated that the presentation was necessary noting that it will help alleviate the struggles encounter by journalist Karneh in gathering information for the ministry. Minister Piah acknowledged the fact that information gathering has over the years been difficult for the Ministry of…
President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 again Saturday morning, per a letter from presidential physician Dr. Kevin O’Connor, in what is likely a “rebound” Covid-19 positivity that the doctor noted is “observed in a small percentage of patients treated with Paxlovid.” Biden has experienced “no reemergence of symptoms, and continues to feel quite well” and will, as a result, not resume treatment, the White House said. O’Connor said the President tested negative on Tuesday evening, Wednesday morning, Thursday morning and Friday morning before testing positive on Saturday morning. “However, given his positive antigen test, he will reinitiate strict isolation procedures,”…
By: Victor Cooper The Chief executive officer (CEO) of the Jungle Water Group of Investment Liberia, Mr. Tomah Seh Floyd Sr. has revealed that Nimba County stands to receive a fire service truck from him as part of his contribution to the county’s development. Mr. Tomah assured that the truck will be made available to the county’s leadership in two days. He disclosed that all legal documents and financial processes that lead to the purchasing of the truck has been completed and it is currently at Bo-Water side, the border between Liberia and Sierra Leone. He added that the estimated…
By: Caeser Musah The General Auditing Commission (GAC) has launched a Performance Audit on the Delivery of Free Tuition Policy at all Public Universities and Community Colleges across the country. To kickstart the process, the Grand Gedeh University College over the weekend received guests from the General Auditing Commission (GAC). The visitation was intended to conduct an in detail assessment tour on the entire compound of the college including other facilities that belong to the college. The assessment focused on the infrastructural and other necessary facilities that are needed at the institution. The exercise also focused on the students wellbeing…
By: James Lahai The Chief Executive Officer of Alvino Hotel in Ganta city, Nimba County has promised to enhance the beauty of Gbarnga City by constructing a sixty (60) bedroom modern hotel and swimming pool in the city. Mr. Prince Howard announced his plans during the opening ceremony of God’s Willing Gas Station in Gbarnga, Bong County where he emphasized his commitment to improving the city’s aesthetics. The proposed construction of the modern hotel and swimming pool according to him is expected to not only enhance the visual appeal of Gbarnga but also provide additional recreational facilities for residents of…
By: Alex Juah The Royal Christian Academy situated in Kakata, Margibi County has celebrated its 5th Commencement Exercise marking the closure of 2023-2024 academic activities. Serving as guest Speaker Ms. Rose P. Gbar encouraged parents to allow their children to pursue their dreams. In her address, Ms. Gbar emphasized the importance of living by one’s dreams. She outlined living a godly life, being prepared for restless nights, and having role models in their chosen fields as key steps for achieving their dreams. She urged parents to support their children’s aspirations to avoid future regrets and conflicts. The principal of Royal…
By: Jacob Binda Eighteen (18) Students have graduated from the Kindergarten division of the God Foundation Academy School System in Kakata City, Margibi County. The Administration Climaxed her 2nd Commencement ceremony of Academic 2023/2024 Graduating Eighteen students from different classes. The semi-junior high school was established in 2022 with the aim of providing quality education for the less fortunate students to acquire knowledge and make a positive impact on in the societies. The second Commencement Convocation was a joyful occasion that was highly jubilated by Students, staffers, parents and community members for the knowledge impacted onto their children that intends…