The Daily IIJ

A Weblog by the International Institute for Journalism of InWEnt

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Why Ghana won’t burn

December 3rd, 2008 · No Comments

Ghana – the beacon of democracy in Africa and an icon of peace for West Africa is heading for a crucial test this weekend. Dozens of African countries have plunged into wild flames and catastrophic crisis due to this test. Ghana has served as a haven for refugees. She was home to over 40,000 Liberian [...]

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Tags: Election reporting · Media Ethics · Newsroom Diary · Political reporting · Sneak In

138 Killed In Motor Accidents In Liberia

November 27th, 2008 · No Comments

At least 138 persons are now known to have  died in motor accidents in Liberia between January to October 2008. A Police statistics issued In Monrovia has said. According to the police statistics, 900 persons sustained injuries out of a total number of 1009 accidents cases reported across Liberia.

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Desist Or Face Firm Action; Pres. Sirleaf warns “Obstructionists”

November 19th, 2008 · No Comments

The Liberian leader, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has issued a stern warning to those she referred to as ‘obstructionists’ bent on frustrating government development agenda to desist or government would resolve to take firm action against them.
Speaking Monday at ceremonies marking the completion of renovation and construction works of several public schools at the D. [...]

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Tags: Political reporting