Weah's political apparatus weakened as he gears up for 2023 elections

Liberian President George Weah.
Liberian President George Weah. © Xose Bouzas/Hans Lucas/Reuters
President George Weah's closest aide has been hit with US sanctions and the country is in an economic mess. The Liberian leader has been forced to adapt and is relying on a handful of advisers as he prepares to run for a second term in next year's elections. [...] (1443 words)
Published on 07/10/2022 at 05:00 GMT Reading time 6 minutes Joan Tilouine
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