Liberia Praised for Hosting “Best Ever” African Maritime Conference
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(Monrovia, Liberia, October 3, 2025): The 8th Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) Conference has concluded in Monrovia with widespread commendation for Liberia’s organization, hospitality, and leadership, as African maritime nations renewed their commitment to advancing the continent’s blue economy. Held from September 30 to Octo
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Address By Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe, Sr. Commissioner/CEO Liberia Maritime Authority At the 8th Annual Conference of the Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA)
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The Acting Minister of State for Presidential Affairs and Chief of Office Staff of the President of Liberia, Hon. Samuel Stevquoah; Honorable Members of the Committees on Maritime of the House of Representatives and Senate of the Legislature of Liberia; Your Excellency Chairperson of the Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA); Members of the Executive Council of AAMA; Representatives of the International Maritime Organization (IMO); Our guests of Honors: the Honorable Director General and CEO of the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola and   Distinguished representatives of other international and subregional organizations present; Members of the Diplomatic corps; Officials of the government of Liberia present; Distinguished Delegates; Members of the Fourth Estate; Ladies and gentlemen; On behalf of the Liberia Maritime Authority and the government and people of the Republic of Liberia, it is my utmost pleasure to welcome you all to the Republic of Liberia. We are sincerely delighted to have you all in Liberia attending the 8th Annual Conference of the Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA). Despite our longstanding history in shipping and global maritime governance and leadership, this is the first time Liberia is hosting the annual meeting of a major regional or continental maritime organization or association. This speaks to how proud we are to have you visiting us in Liberia, and we are confident that your expertise and experience will greatly enrich the discussions and deliberations over the coming days.
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Major African Maritime Conference Opens in Monrovia
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Monrovia, Liberia; Tuesday, September 30, 2025 – The 8th Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) conference has officially opened in Monrovia, Liberia. The conference has brought together delegates from more than 40 African countries, along with international partners. Taking place at the EJS Ministerial Complex, the event
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Liberia to Host Landmark Maritime Conference in 2025
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Liberia is set to host the 8th Conference of the Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) from September 30 to October 3, 2025, in Monrovia. The conference aims to address current challenges and explore emerging opportunities within Africa’s maritime industry.This key international maritime gathering, held under the theme “Safeguardin
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Urgent Marine Operations Notice: Liberia Maritime Authority Issues Strict Deadline for Wreck Removal
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MARINE POERATIONS NOTICE NO. 09/25   Date: September 11, 2025 Notice No.: 09/25 Subject: Removal of All Wrecks in Liberian Waters The Liberia Maritime Authority notifies all shipowners, operators, masters, agents, salvage companies, and the public regarding the removal of all wrecked, sunk, or stranded ships along the Liberian coastline and wi
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Liberia Makes History: LiMA Sends 22 Liberians for Maritime Studies in Ghana
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Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) proudly announces the award of full academic sponsorships to 22 Liberian students to pursue higher education at the Regional Maritime University (RMU) in Accra, Ghana. This marks the first time in the Authority’s history that such a large number of students are being sent in a single cohort.
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Commissioner/CEO Lighe, Sr. Urges Tubman University Students to Embrace Visionary Thinking
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Harper, Maryland - The Commissioner of the Liberia Maritime Authority, Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe, Sr. has called on students of William V.S Tubman University to see education as a tool for problem-solving and national transformation.Serving as the Keynote Speaker of the 16th Opening Convocation of the university in Harper, Maryland County today, Augu
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Happy Flag Day
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On this auspicious occasion marking the celebration of National Flag Day, the Chairman and Members of the Board of Directors, the Commissioner/CEO Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe, Sr., the Senior Management Team, and the entire staff of the Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) join the Government and people of Liberia in paying tribute to our revered national
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Sailing Forward with Unity and Purpose: LiMA Celebrates Liberia’s 178th Independence Anniversary
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As Liberia celebrates her 178th Independence Anniversary, the Chairman and Members of the Board of Directors, the Commissioner/CEO Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe, Sr., Members of the Senior Management Team, and the entire staff of the Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) wholeheartedly extend warmest felicitations and best wishes to His Excellency Joseph Nyu
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Liberia Maritime Authority Honors 22 Staff Members at Retirement Ceremony
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 Paynesville, Liberia, July 2, 2025 — The Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA) officially honored 22 staff members retiring from public service in a ceremony held at Paynesville City Hall on Wednesday. The event brought together senior government officials, staff, and the families of the retirees, who were acknowledged for their decades of servic
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