THE ESSENCE Liberia

Meet Our Journalists

Meet the people behind the stories.

At THE ESSENCE, our journalists are committed to bringing you accurate, balanced and timely news. Our team covers politics, business, health, education, sports, community affairs and other important stories.

Abraham Pelham James

Abraham Pelham James

Managing Director/Edit-in-Chief

Oversees the affairs of THE ESSENCE Liberia.
Abraham James was born in Nimba County, Liberia.

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Directress of the department of Politics News

Oversees the affairs of the department of Politics News Department at THE ESSENCE Liberia.
Sarah Johnson was born in Maryland.

Princess Kosar

Princess Kosar

Directress of the department of Health News

Oversees the affairs of the department of Health News Department at THE ESSENCE Liberia.
Princess Kosar was born in Nimba County, Liberia.

THE DEFINING MOMENT OF OUR TIME

In every generation, there comes a moment when a collective vision, driven by courage and determination, has the power to shape the future for millions.

Today, we stand at such a moment.

The challenges we face in LIBERIA and across Africa are significant, but they are not insurmountable.

Our country is rich with untapped potential, brimming with natural resources, cultural heritage, and, most importantly, the indomitable spirit of our people.

Our greatest asset lies not just in the abundance of our natural resources, but in our ability to self-industrialize - to transform these resources into national wealth, fuelling an economic revolution that promises immediate balance and widespread middle-class prosperity.

This is no small task; it is a challenge that has eluded many before us, often deemed unsolvable.

Yet, in this moment, we face an undeniable decision that must be met with courage and wisdom.

Talking is no longer an option; action is imperative, and it must be swift.

In a country where the thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy, we stand resolute with a higher purpose: to rebuild our nation and restore our rightful heritage.

This is not just a vision; it is a call to action - a blueprint for a future where LIBERIA reclaims its place on the global stage, not as a country rich in untapped potential, but as a beacon of prosperity and progress.

Let us embrace this challenge with the urgency it demands, for the time to act is now!

ABRAHAM PELHAM JAMES