Author: Afrik Media
In the 2024 National budget under the Ministry of Education’s “Subsidy” allotment, over a million dollars was earmarked for private universities in Liberia. This allocation comes from a total Ministry of Education budget of $48,498,456 million, with $1,516,750 specifically designated for private and other institutions. However, this has scintillated dissension among stakeholders, with contrasting views on the allotment of said financial support for private institutions, while public learning institutions (High schools, colleges, and the state-run University of Liberia (UL) continue to face numerous challenges. Among the private institutions receiving subsidies are: Prince Johnson University (PJY University) – $150,000, Seventh Day Adventist University…
In a communication dubbed: “Acquisition Process of the Yellow Machines”, dated Thursday, July 11, 2024, to the Speaker of the 55thegoslature, President Boakai noted that no formal agreement or contract has been signed with any party for the equipment, and the agreement for the acquisition of the machines is in multiple phases. President Boakai’s communication landed up Capitol Hill hours ahead of the appearance of Minister of State for Presidential Affairs Sylvester Grigsby, Minister of State Without Portfolio Mamaka Bility, Defense Minister Geraldine George, and the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia, to address inquiries relating to the procurement, bill of landing and…
Liberia’s Culture Ambassador, Madam Julie Endee, recently highlighted the importance of unity and collaboration among all Liberians in order to achieve success. She emphasized that Liberia is a country that all its citizens should be proud of and should work together to support and protect its peace and culture. Endee urged citizens to embrace their nationality and be patriotic in order to build a stronger Liberia based on the vision of President Joseph N. Boakai. As Liberia celebrates its 177th Independence Day celebration in the coming weeks, Endee stressed the need for infrastructure development to bring the country on par with other nations in Africa. She…
In the quest to strengthen the fight against HIV, Tuberculosis (TB), and Malaria and as well boost the Health System, the government of Liberia has launched and signed US$117,546,670.00 Global Fund Grant Cycle 7. The Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 which is a partnership of government, civil society, technical agencies, the private sector, and people affected by AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria will be used through Plan International and the Catholic Relief Services. Speaking Thursday, July 11, 2024, at the launch of the Global Fund Grant Cycle 7 in Monrovia, President Boakai described the launch as a significant occasion, which marks a renewed…
Jungfrau A. Bietschhorn This region is a magnificent area with high mountain ranges, glaciers and is actually the most glaciated part of the European Alps. Visiting this area can be done relatively easy by car and if you want to go up, by train up to 3,400 metres above sea level, the highest train ride in Europe, the Jungfrau Railway is very impressive (and expensive!). The area is on the UNESCO World Heritage list because of its unique and wide range of flora and fauna and geological importance regarding the creating of the High Alps.
To understand the new smart watches and other pro devices of recent focus we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. What the studies have in common is taking a circuit approach to resistance training, using heavy-but-manageable loads, alternately working multiple muscle groups, and rotating through the exercises with little or no rest in between. It can seem even more daunting when you want to incorporate strength training and the weights sections of your gym are crowded with muscle-y guys who are grunting and throwing dumbbells on the ground. Diana was also joined on…
To understand the new smart watches and other pro devices of recent focus we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. What the studies have in common is taking a circuit approach to resistance training, using heavy-but-manageable loads, alternately working multiple muscle groups, and rotating through the exercises with little or no rest in between. It can seem even more daunting when you want to incorporate strength training and the weights sections of your gym are crowded with muscle-y guys who are grunting and throwing dumbbells on the ground. Diana was also joined on…
To understand the new smart watches and other pro devices of recent focus we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. What the studies have in common is taking a circuit approach to resistance training, using heavy-but-manageable loads, alternately working multiple muscle groups, and rotating through the exercises with little or no rest in between. It can seem even more daunting when you want to incorporate strength training and the weights sections of your gym are crowded with muscle-y guys who are grunting and throwing dumbbells on the ground. Diana was also joined on…
To understand the new smart watches and other pro devices of recent focus we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. What the studies have in common is taking a circuit approach to resistance training, using heavy-but-manageable loads, alternately working multiple muscle groups, and rotating through the exercises with little or no rest in between. It can seem even more daunting when you want to incorporate strength training and the weights sections of your gym are crowded with muscle-y guys who are grunting and throwing dumbbells on the ground. Diana was also joined on…
To understand the new smart watches and other pro devices of recent focus we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. What the studies have in common is taking a circuit approach to resistance training, using heavy-but-manageable loads, alternately working multiple muscle groups, and rotating through the exercises with little or no rest in between. It can seem even more daunting when you want to incorporate strength training and the weights sections of your gym are crowded with muscle-y guys who are grunting and throwing dumbbells on the ground. Diana was also joined on…