Category Archives: Thomas Weh-Syen

A Tribute To Tom Kamara: journalist, fighter for press freedom, human rights, justice, democracy

Posted on 11 June 2012 by Dr. Fred P.M. van der Kraaij

While in Monrovia last month I met with Tom Kamara, the Managing Editor of the New Democrat, one of Liberia’s best known and independent newspapers. When we separated we agreed to meet again in the Netherlands, in June. However, we … Continue reading →

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Gaddafi and Liberia (Part 1 – revised version)

Posted on 22 August 2011 by Dr. Fred P.M. van der Kraaij

Gaddafi’s political end is near – it even may be a fact by the time I finish this post. But predicting political developments is risky, it is much safer to look back. I can’t help it: I look at the … Continue reading →

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