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Why are Liberians upset with President Weah?

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President George Weah left Liberia on November 1 and was meant to return this month, but has since extended his return to December 18.

In his travels, President Weah’s visited a number of countries; including Morocco, Egypt, France and in early December he’s planned a trip to the US.

Along the way the former footballer and Ballon d’Or winner stopped in Qatar for the 2022 World Cup, where he’s been since the start of the tournament and had the chance to see his son, Timothy Weah, play for the United States.

These trips have got many Liberians talking and saying the president shouldn’t be flying and leaving the country at a difficult time.

Alan Kasujja spoke to Liberian journalist Jonathan Paye-Layleh, politician Karishma Pelham-Raad, as well as the President’s press secretary, Isaac Solo Kelgbeh.

Published on Monday, 28th November 2022.

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