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Outrage with Trump after praising the president of Liberia for his “good English”...the official language of the African country

Outrage with Trump after praising the president of Liberia for his “good English”...the official language of the African country

Donald Trump caused an awkward moment on Wednesday during a meeting in Washington with the presidents of Liberia, Senegal, Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, and Gabon, by publicly praising Liberian President Joseph Boakai’s “good English,” apparently...

Chelsea star who agreed deal with Liverpool chief given £80m transfer valuation

Chelsea star who agreed deal with Liverpool chief given £80m transfer valuation

Liverpool's sporting director Richard Hughes previously attempted to sign Nicolas Jackson during his tenure at Bournemouth. Although that deal fell through, the Chelsea forward might be on the move once more. The 24-year-old has netted 31 goals in...

Trump asks Liberian president where he learnt English – it’s Liberia’s official language

Trump asks Liberian president where he learnt English – it’s Liberia’s official language

Donald Trump met with African leaders at the White House (Win McNamee/Getty Images) President Donald Trump praised his Liberian counterpart for his “beautiful English”, during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday (9 July) – seemingly, and...

Africans accuse Trump of chasing minerals and mocking their presidents

Africans accuse Trump of chasing minerals and mocking their presidents

People across Africa have hit out at this week's high-profile summit between Donald Trump and five African leaders, saying the US president showed little respect during a White House lunch and is only chasing the continent's minerals. Five heads...

Morocco Women vs Senegal Women Prediction and Betting Tips | July 12th 2025

Morocco Women vs Senegal Women Prediction and Betting Tips | July 12th 2025

Morocco Women will face Senegal Women at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Saturday in the final group-stage game of their 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign. The host nation have enjoyed a positive continental campaign so far and...

'Such good English': Liberian President Joseph Boakai impresses Donald Trump at White House meeting

'Such good English': Liberian President Joseph Boakai impresses Donald Trump at White House meeting

United States President Donald Trump has intensely praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his command of the English language, after the latter spoke briefly about his desire to elevate ties with the US. On Wednesday, Trump, flanked by...

Jasmine Crockett accuses Trump of being ‘racist’ toward Liberian president

Jasmine Crockett accuses Trump of being ‘racist’ toward Liberian president

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) mocked President Donald Trump for asking Liberian President Joseph Boakai where he learned English. Boakai joined the presidents of Mauritania, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, and Gabon in a Wednesday meeting at the White...

Ricardo Martinelli: “This is an Achievement of this Government, which Cared about the Country’s Image, unlike the Previous One.”

Ricardo Martinelli: “This is an Achievement of this Government, which Cared about the Country’s Image, unlike the Previous One.”

Panama regains “international trust” after being removed from the European Union (EU) money laundering list. Former President Ricardo Martinelli, above right, attributed Panama’s removal from the European Union’s list of high-risk jurisdictions to...

Jasmine Crockett Accuses President Trump of Being ‘Racist’ Toward Liberian President

Jasmine Crockett Accuses President Trump of Being ‘Racist’ Toward Liberian President

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) got swift criticism when she tried to accuse President Donald Trump of being “racist” and “embarrassing” during his meeting with African leaders at the White House on Wednesday. In her social media post, Crockett...

Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal 

Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal 

Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has recently secured a Payment Institution (PI) license from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). With this license, Flutterwave is positioned to help businesses in Senegal...

Trump praises Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his English, Liberia’s official language

Trump praises Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his English, Liberia’s official language

Trump knows nothing about Africa... or anywhere else in the world Washington, July 10 (RHC)-- U.S. President Donald Trump met with leaders of five African nations he said were likely to be spared by tariffs: Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia,...

Sports Minister calls on Asantehene, seeks support to complete stalled projects

Previous article: Donald Trump to attend Club World Cup final Sunday Back to: Prev Next article: Zambia defeat Senegal in 5-goal WAFCON thriller Next Featured Ministry of Sports and Recreation Sports News Jul - 10 - 2025 , 11:51 1 minute read...

Bridging Continents: President Boakai’s Washington Visit Signals Stronger US-Africa Cooperation

Bridging Continents: President Boakai’s Washington Visit Signals Stronger US-Africa Cooperation

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. meets US President Donald Trump at the White House during the Africa Leaders’ Summit On July 9, 2025, the historic corridors of the White House welcomed five prominent African leaders for a pivotal dialogue on...

Brazilian President Lula threatens to suspend economic deals over Trump’s 50% tariffs

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump singled out Brazil for import taxes of 50% on Wednesday for its treatment of its former president, Jair Bolsonaro, showing that personal grudges rather than simple economics are a driving force in the U.S....

World News | Trump Praises Liberian President's 'good English,' Draws Criticism from Across Africa

World News | Trump Praises Liberian President's 'good English,' Draws Criticism from Across Africa

Washington DC [US], July 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump drew criticism after praising Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his command of the English language, during a White House meeting with five African leaders, CNN reported. The remark,...

Trump praises Liberian President's 'good English,' draws criticism from across Africa

Trump praises Liberian President's 'good English,' draws criticism from across Africa

Washington DC [US], July 10 (ANI): US President Donald Trump drew criticism after praising Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his command of the English language, during a White House meeting with five African leaders, CNN reported. The remark,...

Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise of Liberian president’s English skills criticised

Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise of Liberian president’s English skills criticised

There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after US President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai.“Such good English,” Mr Trump said to Mr Boakai, with visible surprise. “Such beautiful English.” Where did...

Trump asks Liberian president where he learnt English, despite it being Liberia’s official language

Trump asks Liberian president where he learnt English, despite it being Liberia’s official language

U.S. President Donald Trump raised eyebrows on Wednesday after complimenting Liberian President Joseph Boakai on his English, despite English being Liberia’s official language. The remark came during a White House meeting with five African heads...

Donald Trump shocked that president of English-speaking country speaks “such good English”

Donald Trump shocked that president of English-speaking country speaks “such good English”

Donald Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for speaking “such good English,” despite Liberia’s sole official language being English and its own history as a U.S. colony in the early 19th century. Boakai was one of several African...

‎Video: Trump Commends Liberian President Boakai’s Good Command of English

‎Video: Trump Commends Liberian President Boakai’s Good Command of English

President Trump, right, facing President Boakai, left, in Washington yesterday‎ ‎ ‎Abubakar Hashim/ Monrovia ‎ ‎ ‎US President Donald Trump, yesterday, in Washington, at the ongoing meeting of leaders of five West African Countries, Liberia,...

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