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Alternative Youth Radio-AYR Based in Zorzor, Lofa County, Alternative Youth Radio (AYR) is Liberia’s first youth community radio.

Broadcasting 24/7 on 98.9 FM and online at ayrlib.com, AYR trains young journalists, promotes civic engagement, and supports rural development. Alternative Youth Radio (AYR) is Liberia’s first youth-led community radio station, headquartered in Zorzor, Lofa County. Since launching in June 2016, AYR has been a powerful voice for underserved youth, using radio broadcasting, digital media, and grassroots advocacy to educate, inform, and transform communities across rural Liberia. Broadcasting 24/7 on 98.9 FM and streaming worldwide at www.ayrlib.com, AYR reaches audiences across Lofa, Bong, Nimba, Gbarpolu Counties, and parts of neighbouring Guinea. AYR delivers high-impact programs on youth empowerment, civic engagement, girls’ rights, public health, local governance, education, and rural development. In 2024, AYR completed a state-of-the-art media complex—a milestone for youth-led innovation in Liberia. We are now building the country’s first rural, tuition-free School of Professional Journalism and Vocational Education, which will train over 25,000 young people in media, ethical leadership, and sustainable skills in the next ten years. AYR’s impact model is rooted in our theory of change:

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Late Drama in Voinjama as Wanhansa Shock Foya on Opening DayVoinjama, Lofa County — September 26, 2026The 2026 Lofa Coun...
26/09/2026

Late Drama in Voinjama as Wanhansa Shock Foya on Opening Day

Voinjama, Lofa County — September 26, 2026

The 2026 Lofa County District League opened with excitement and late drama in Voinjama, as Voinjama Administrative District secured a strong football victory over Tengia, while Wanhansa stunned defending champions Foya in a dramatic late encounter.

⚽ Voinjama Start with a 2–0 Victory

Voinjama Administrative District made a winning start to its football campaign, defeating Tengia Administrative District 2–0.

Joseph Crespo was the star of the match, scoring both goals to give Voinjama all three points.

The victory gives Voinjama an early boost as the district begins its campaign in the county tournament.

⚽ Blama Koffee Delivers Late Winner for Wanhansa

In one of the day's most dramatic football encounters, Wanhansa Administrative District defeated defending champions Foya 1–0, with Blama Koffee scoring the decisive goal in the 90th minute.

Koffee's late strike secured all three points for Wanhansa and earned him the Man of the Match (MOTM) award for his match-winning performance.

The result puts Wanhansa on three points in the group standings, while Foya begins its title defense with a defeat.

Foya entered the tournament as the reigning champions, making the opening-day loss an early setback in their attempt to defend the title.

🥎 Kickball Produces Big Results

The kickball competition also delivered impressive performances on opening day.

Voinjama 13–0 Tengia

Voinjama dominated Tengia in the kickball category, recording a commanding 13–0 victory.

The result gives Voinjama an excellent start to its campaign.

Foya 4–2 Wanhansa

Foya responded to its football defeat by defeating Wanhansa 4–2 in the kickball category.

📊 Opening-Day Results

Football

- 🟢 Voinjama 2–0 Tengia
- 🟢 Wanhansa 1–0 Foya

Kickball

- 🟢 Voinjama 13–0 Tengia
- 🟢 Foya 4–2 Wanhansa

With the opening matches producing late drama, big victories and a surprise result for the defending football champions, attention now turns to the remaining fixtures of the 2026 Lofa County District League.

26/09/2026

LTA boss, Hon Clarence Massaquoi Supports Voinjama District Team with $L50,000.
James Kollie report

Voinjama Opens Lofa District League Campaign with 2–0 Victory Over TengiaVoinjama, Lofa County — September 26, 2026Voinj...
26/09/2026

Voinjama Opens Lofa District League Campaign with 2–0 Victory Over Tengia

Voinjama, Lofa County — September 26, 2026

Voinjama Administrative District has made a strong start to the 2026 Lofa County District League, securing a 2–0 victory over Tengia Administrative District in their opening football match of the competition.

Voinjama’s victory was powered by a standout performance from Joseph Crespo, who scored both goals to earn his side all three points.

Crespo found the back of the net twice, giving Voinjama the advantage and ultimately sealing a convincing opening-game victory over Tengia.

The result gives Voinjama three valuable points as the district continues its campaign in the county-wide competition.

Tengia, meanwhile, will now look to regroup and prepare for its next fixture as the tournament continues.

Final Score:
⚽ Voinjama District 2–0 Tengia District
⭐ Scorer: Joseph Crespo — 2 goals

Sports Arena | Alternative Youth Radio 98.9 FM

26/09/2026

Halftime
Voinjama District 2-0 Tengia District
Joseph Crespo ⚽ ⚽

26/09/2026

Lofa Administrative League 2026

Goal !! 37’ minutes
Voinjama (2-0)Tengia District

26/09/2026

Lofa Administrative League 2026

Goal !! 30’ minutes
Voinjama (1-0)Tengia District

🏆 LOFA COUNTY INTER-DISTRICT LEAGUE 2026VO INJAMA DISTRICT — FOOTBALL LINEUPStarting XI1. #25 — Aziz Dumbuyah2. #14 — ...
26/09/2026

🏆 LOFA COUNTY INTER-DISTRICT LEAGUE 2026

VO INJAMA DISTRICT — FOOTBALL LINEUP

Starting XI

1. #25 — Aziz Dumbuyah

2. #14 — Fomba Sesay

3. #24 — Kelvin Nyantun

4. #17 — Bratau Kollie

5. #16 — Massa Fabeypdlollie

6. #6 — Abdoulaye Bah

7. #2 — Kpadeh Ansu

8. #5 — Sallah K. Kollie

9. #14 — Javid Baysah

10. #12 — Joseph Crespo

11. #10 — James Tubogan

🔄 RESERVE PLAYERS

#1 — Alzone Joe Cooper

#15 — Kollie Kromis

#21 — Abraham Kollie

#20 — Pascal Kamara

#18 — Clarence Bolay

#8 — Jefferson Teah

#11 — M. Wilson Baysah

👔 TECHNICAL STAFF

George Reeves Jr. — Coach

Joe Kpadeh Jr. — Team Manager

Karzu Kpadeh — Medico

B. Pellundo Kaifala — Assistant Coach

⚽ TENGIA DISTRICT FOOTBALL TEAM — LINEUPStarting XI1. #1 — Saah Nyumah2. #4 — Ishamael P. B. Gissi3. #9 — Vannie A. K...
26/09/2026

⚽ TENGIA DISTRICT FOOTBALL TEAM — LINEUP

Starting XI

1. #1 — Saah Nyumah

2. #4 — Ishamael P. B. Gissi

3. #9 — Vannie A. Kannek

4. #14 — Daniel Fallah

5. #13 — Abraham Freeman

6. #8 — Bamba T. Viley

7. #12 — Emmanuel K. S. [name unclear]

8. #10 — Francis T. Aka

9. #7 — Julius Tamba

10. #11 — Augustine T. Tulleh (C)

11. #6 — Musa John

🔄 RESERVE PLAYERS

#7 — Augustine S. Gbenbu

#16 — Augustine S. Malayah

#15 — Tamba Koffer

#5 — Emmanuel F. Yarmey

#3 — Barnbor George

#2 — Abraham Saah

👔 TECHNICAL STAFF

Jeremiah S. A. Barbor — Coach

James T. Foryor — Assistant Coach

Aaron T. Essah — Medic

26/09/2026

🥎 Foya District Secures Victory Over Wanhassa in Kickball

FOYA DISTRICT CELEBRATES VICTORY IN LOFA COUNTY DISTRICT LEAGUE

Foya Administrative District has secured a 4–2 victory over Wanhassa Administrative District in the kickball category of the ongoing 2026 Lofa County District League in Voinjama.

Foya recorded four home runs, while Wanhassa managed two home runs at the end of the game.

The victory gives the Foya District kickball team a strong start as competition continues in the countywide tournament.

Final Score:
🥎 Foya — 4 Home Runs
🥎 Wanhassa — 2 Home Runs

Foya moves forward with confidence as the Lofa County District League continues.

26/09/2026

LOFA COUNTY - INTER DISTRICT LEAGUE VOINJAMA CITY

Voinjama vs Tengia

What is your prediction?

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