Author: Moses Garzeawu & Wedaeli Chibelushi

In an unprecedented move, Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai has announced a 40% salary cut as a gesture of solidarity with his fellow citizens amidst complaints of rising living costs. With an annual salary of $13,400, Boakai’s decision brings his pay down to $8,000, following in the footsteps of his predecessor, George Weah, who also took a 25% cut. While some have praised Boakai’s decision, others question the impact considering additional benefits like daily allowances and medical coverage. However, organizations like the Centre of Transparency and Accountability in Liberia see this as a positive step towards fair compensation for public servants.…