GEORGE WEAH TO SEEK A SECOND TERM
Former football star and current president of Liberia, George Weah, has made known his intention to seek a second term in office, despite facing criticism for his handling of the country's economic and social challenges. Weah, who won the presidential election in 2017, has been heavily criticized for his government's failure to address corruption, soaring inflation, and high unemployment rates. However, he staunchly defends his track record, emphasizing the need for more time to implement his policies and enact necessary reforms. GEORGE WEAH Weah's announcement comes at a time when concerns about Liberia's economy are growing. The nation is grappling with a severe foreign exchange crisis, as the Liberian dollar has plummeted by over 50% against the US dollar since Weah assumed office. Moreover, the government has been accused of mismanagement of funds and delays in paying civil servants. Adding to the woes, Liberia is plagued by a crippling electricity shortage, with ex...