George Manneh Weah
LiberiapoliticianMaleb. 19665.7Global Dominance: 0.00%George Manneh Weah is the current President of Liberia, having taken office in January 2018. A former professional footballer, Weah was the first African player to win the FIFA World Player of the Year award in 1995. His presidency has been marked by various controversies, particularly regarding governance and economic issues, leading to ongoing scrutiny of his administration's handling of unresolved cases, including mysterious deaths.
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Senator Moye described the governance of the Weah administration as 'bondage'.
Bong County’s Battle of Narratives | NewsLiberia· 2026-08-11
Former President George Manneh Weah has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Dr. Abass Kanneh.
Weah Mourns Liberia’s Grand Mufti Abass Kanneh | ObituariesLiberia· 2026-08-06
Senator Kogar linked the country’s growing drug challenge to broader political consequences, arguing that public frustration over illicit drugs contributed to the defeat of former President George Manneh Weah during the 2023 presidential election.
Sens. Kogar, Chea Urge Boakai to Go After Alleged Cocaine Kingpins | NewsLiberia· 2026-08-05
George Manneh Weah announced his candidacy for the presidency of Liberia in 2029.
Weah’s Return Announcement Reopens Old Questions | PoliticsLiberia· 2026-08-03
Former President George Manneh Weah expanded Liberia’s infrastructure portfolio through the construction and rehabilitation of several strategic highways.
House Pledges to Fasttrack Boakai’s Road Agenda | DevelopmentLiberia· 2026-07-31
Fahnbulleh called George Weah's presidency 'a disaster' and questioned his preparedness for governance.
Sirleaf’s Legacy Back Under Scrutiny | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-29
Former President George Manneh Weah has expressed profound sorrow over the death of renowned Liberian gospel artist and President of the Liberia Association of Gospel Musical Artists (LAGMA), Madam Miracle Kettor.
Weah Mourns Gospel Icon Miracle Kettor | ObituariesLiberia· 2026-07-28
George Manneh Weah is the ex-President of Liberia, under whose administration Nora Finda Bundoo served as Chief of Protocol.
From Executive Mansion Gatekeeper to Prison Cell | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-22
George Manneh Weah is the former President under whom Samuel D. Tweah Jr. served as Finance Minister.
Court Throws Tweah Acquittal Into Limbo | LegalLiberia· 2026-07-22
George Weah has led a global call for zero tolerance toward racism in football.
Weah Condemns Attacks Against French Star Mbappé | SportsLiberia· 2026-07-09
Former President George Manneh Weah was in office when Korquoi was appointed as Commerce Inspector for Nimba County.
“Let Korquoi Rest” | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-09
Greene mentioned former President George Manneh Weah as an example of overcoming humble beginnings.
Orphaned Graduates Encouraged to Dream Beyond Poverty | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-07
George Manneh Weah's inauguration led to Korquoi's appointment as Commerce Inspector for Nimba County.
Low Turnout at Ex-Nimba Supt’s Book of Condolence Signing Ceremony | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-03
Former President of Liberia, George Manneh Weah, has extended warm congratulations to U.S. President Donald J. Trump on the country’s 250th Independence Anniversary.
Ex-President Weah Congratulates Trump on U.S. 250th Independence Anniversary | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-03
Former President George Manneh Weah informed the Liberian people that he reduced his salary by twenty-five percent.
Keynote Address by Cllr. Tiawan S. Gongloe on International Anti-Corruption Day | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-07-01
George Manneh Weah is a former President and Standard Bearer of the Congress for Democratic Change.
Statement of Alexander B. Cummings Political Leader of the Alternative National Congress (ANC), at the 22nd Anniversary of the Congress for Democratic Change in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-28
George Weah is a former Liberian president and a football legend who reflects on fatherhood and racism in sports.
George Weah on Fatherhood, Patriotism, and the Fight Against Racism | SportsLiberia· 2026-06-20
George Manneh Weah's administration paved an additional 400 km of roads before the end of its term.
The Rising Issue of Misinformation in President Boakai’s State of the Nation Address and the Challenge of Insufficient Data | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-02-04
Former President George Manneh Weah's tenure was marred by accusations of lavish private developments that appeared without the necessary disclosure of funding sources.
President Boakai: The Foya Presidential Villa Project Remains Unanswered | CommentariesLiberia· 2025-12-25
George Manneh Weah was the former President during whose administration traditional leaders faced criticism.
MIA Warns Traditional Leaders against Politics, Intimidation | NewsLiberia· 2025-12-24
Under then-President George Manneh Weah, the Legislature returned the agreement to the Executive after identifying numerous flaws.
Boakai Sends AML Deal Back to Negotiating Table | NewsLiberia· 2025-11-11
Former President George Manneh Weah will officiate the groundbreaking ceremony for the new CDC headquarters.
CDC to Break Ground for New Headquarters Oct 18 | NewsLiberia· 2025-10-07
Former Liberian President George Manneh Weah's residence was affected by a fire incident.
Fire Ravages Ex-President Weah’s Residence | NewsLiberia· 2025-09-25
George Weah has been appointed to lead FIFA's Anti-Racism Task Force.
From Ballon d’Or to the Battle Against Racism | SportsLiberia· 2025-09-11
Referring to the late 2023 government under former President George Manneh Weah, Ngafuan noted that previous administrations were forced to take credit advances to pay civil servants.
“Liberia’s Economy Making Real Strides for Citizens” | NewsLiberia· 2025-08-29
The prestige of the role would be eclipsed by the President George Manneh Weah’s decision to nominate Yuoh for Chief Justice.
Justice Yuoh Officially Retires Today |Liberia· 2025-08-17
Former Liberian President George Manneh Weah has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari.
Weah Pays Tribute to Late President Buhari | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-22
George Manneh Weah is acknowledged for his leadership during the implementation of the Amended NASSCORP Act of 2016.
NASSCORP Raises Welfare Standard for Retirees | BusinessLiberia· 2025-07-15
Former President George Manneh Weah had sent a truck load of gifts as a gesture of sympathy in the wake of Former First Lady Doe's death.
Boakai to Pay Homage to Late Prez, Mrs. Doe in Zwedru | NewsLiberia· 2025-06-16
Mr. Darkortey offered special recognition to former President George Manneh Weah for nominating him for the role in 2022.
Ngafuan Elected Chair of AfDB Constituency 15 | NewsLiberia· 2025-05-28
