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Place in News: Liberia
Context:
Recent torrential rains have led to severe flooding in Liberia, leaving nearly 50,000 people in urgent need.
More on News:
- The capital city, Monrovia, suffered greatly due to overcrowding, a poor sewage system, and inadequate building regulations.
- This prompted a group of senators to advocate for the relocation of the capital city from Monrovia.
About Liberia:
- Location: West Africa, located in the Northern and Western Hemispheres.
- Bordered by:
- Sierra Leone to the west
- Guinea to the north
- Côte d’Ivoire to the east
- Atlantic Ocean to the south.
- Capital: Monrovia.
- Official language: English
- Currency: Liberian Dollar (LRD).
- Natural resources: Iron ore, timber, diamonds, gold, hydropower
- Major Industries: Mining (iron ore, gold, diamonds), agriculture (rubber, coffee, cocoa), and timber.
- Major Rivers: The Cavalla (the longest river in the nation), The Niger, St. Paul River, Mano, Morro, Lofa, St. John, and Cestos
- Liberia’s rainforest is home to species like elephants, bush buffaloes, and leopards.
- Membership: Liberia is a founding member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
- It is also a member of the United Nations.
