Nokia has entered into a three-year agreement with iSAT Africa to enhance broadband connectivity in rural Liberia. The deal, valued at an undisclosed amount, will see Nokia deploy its AirScale radio portfolio and MantaRay Network Management solutions across more than 200 sites, aiming to bridge the digital divide and promote socio-economic development in underserved communities.
Ethiopian Airlines is expanding its West African network with new non-stop flights to Conakry, Guinea, and the resumption of flights to Monrovia, Liberia. This expansion signifies a significant growth strategy for the airline and a potential revival of air traffic in the region.
Orange Liberia, in partnership with ZTE, has successfully deployed 128 new communication sites across rural Liberia, significantly enhancing network coverage in underserved areas. The project, completed in just three months, utilizes innovative energy-efficient technology and offers 2G voice and 4G data services, benefiting over 580,000 subscribers.
Liberia, rich in mineral resources, is attracting significant investments in gold mining. Pasofino Gold, a company with extensive exploration experience in the country, is developing the Dugbe Gold Project, a 2,078 square kilometer site with promising gold deposits. With a strong government support, favorable mining laws, and a robust feasibility study, Pasofino Gold aims to unlock Liberia’s potential as a major gold producer.
Alaska Airlines is adding two new winter routes from Seattle to Vail (Eagle County) and Liberia (Guanacaste), offering travelers warm-weather escapes and winter getaways. Flights to Vail will operate from December 20, 2024, to March 16, 2025, and flights to Liberia will operate from December 21, 2024, to April 12, 2025.
