Liberia has held its first elections since a 14-year civil war ended two years ago. Former professional soccer player George Weah has emerged as the frontrunner among 22 candidates for the presidency. His main rival, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, is a former World Bank economist who if elected would become Africa’s first female president. Partial results are expected later today.
Liberia Holds Presidential and Parliamentary Elections
HeadlineOct 12, 2005