Monrovia Mayor John Charuk Siafa Aims to Cultivate Cleanliness with School Sanitation Clubs After Successful City Celebration
Monrovia, Liberia - Following a vibrant and successful Monrovia Week celebration, Mayor John Charuk Siafa has announced plans to launch Sanitation Clubs in schools across the city. This initiative, inspired by…
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