Inner circles | Liberia
Boakai draws on Sirleaf-era talent to form government

Joseph Boakai at his inauguration on 24 January 2024.
Joseph Boakai at his inauguration on 24 January 2024. © Ahmed Jallanzo/EPA/MaxPPP
The new Liberian leader is surrounding himself by colleagues he previously worked with as vice president. He is also having to deal with the influence of former warlord Prince Johnson, who is causing tension within the presidential party. [...]
Published on 26.01.2024 at 04:40 GMT Reading time 5 minutes
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