Liberia's president was "honored" to meet US counterpart Donald Trump this week and wasn't offended by Trump's comment about ...

Mr Trump praised President Joseph Boakai on his English-speaking skills, Liberia's official language. Read more at ...

There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after US President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President ...

The exchange took place during a meeting in the White House between Trump and five West African leaders on Wednesday.

Founded in 1822 by freed African Americans, Liberia has spoken English as its official language ever since — making Trump’s remark deeply tone-deaf.

Crockett accuses Trump of racism for praising Liberian President Joseph Boakai’s English, despite it being Liberia’s official language.

While not every African country saw gains in English proficiency, the region as a whole made progress, particularly among ...