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Category Archives: African Studies Centre Leiden
Some thoughts on Liberia’s 169th independence anniversary
Liberia: “Happy July 26!” Some Liberians – both abroad and at home – say there is little to celebrate. Others, both inside and outside the country, say Liberia has made true progress under President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (2006 – present). … Continue reading
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‘Liberia: From the Love of Liberty to Paradise Lost’ – Now available in Monrovia!
The next 18 months will be crucial for Liberia. What do we know about Liberia? UNMIL, the UN-peacekeeping force will virtually pull out by June 30, only two more months to go … Liberians inside and outside the country … Continue reading
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