“𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲”

–𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐬 Cautioned 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬

(BUCHANAN, July 14, 2025)-The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has concluded a one-day capacity-building workshop for journalists in Grand Bassa County, aimed at strengthening their knowledge of anti-corruption laws and promoting a culture of transparency and integrity.

Held under the theme of collective responsibility in the fight against corruption, the training brought together journalists from Grand Bassa and River Cess Counties. It focused on empowering media professionals to independently investigate and report corruption while encouraging closer collaboration between the media and key anti-graft institutions.

CENTAL Executive Director, Anderson Miamen, in his opening remarks, called for a frank and participatory conversation, stressing that “dealing with corruption is the responsibility of everyone.” He underscored the importance of enforcing Liberia’s existing laws and ending the culture of impunity.

“You are on the frontlines and interact with people in schools, hospitals, markets, and government offices. Your role in reporting corruption and educating the public is critical,” Miamen told journalists.

The session featured presentations from CENTAL’s Media and Communications Officer Edward W. Blamo, who discussed the 2024 State of Corruption Report and offered investigative journalism tips, and Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) Program Manager John Tommy, who lectured on the new LACC law, and whistleblower protections. Media Assistant Mark Boahndao also showcased the Corruption Case Tracker developed under the Swedish-funded National Integrity Building and Anti-Corruption Program (NIBA).

CENTAL says the training marks the beginning of an ongoing partnership with journalists to promote accountability at both local and national levels.