BAMBALA, Sept. 22 -- In observance of International Day of Peace, the Government of Liberia, through the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the World Food Programme (WFP), with funding from the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund, joined efforts with the Government of Sierra Leone to celebrate the day on Friday, September 19, 2025.

The event brought together citizens from both countries to reflect on the importance of peace, cross-border connectivity, sustainable development, and the shared history both countries enjoy.

The ceremony took place in Bambala, Porkpa District, Grand Cape Mount County, and featured speeches from women, youth leaders, local authorities, international partners, and representatives of the Mano Rive...