Liberia
George Weah launches investigation into mining contracts before handing over to Joseph Boakai

Liberia's President George Weah arrives to address the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City on 20 September 2023.
Liberia's President George Weah arrives to address the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City on 20 September 2023. © Eduardo Munoz/Reuters
Outgoing Liberian President George Weah has criticised his government and some advisers for duping him in order to benefit from the mining industry's largesse. Before the new head of state takes over, he is trying to shed light on the highly sensitive case of ArcelorMittal, Solway Mining and HPX. Washington is keeping a close eye on the issue. [...]
Published on 29.11.2023 at 04:40 GMT Reading time 4 minutes
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