VOA's Benno Muchler visits the maternity ward, which is the first part of the country's largest and oldest medical facility to reopen to the public
But some journalists say current restrictions are only a continuation of Liberia’s bad record on press freedom
Cautious Liberians no longer hug, backslap or shake hands, fearing any close body contact
Thousands have volunteered to go to counties, rural villages to talk to people in their language about deadly virus
US logistical operation involves 3,000 troops and is the biggest military operation for America in Africa since withdrawing forces from Somalia in 1993
Song by one of Liberia's most popular citizens, George Weah, has a straight message, take precautions and be safe
In addition to being treated like outcasts, residents of Monrovia's poorest neighborhood complain that businesses, social life and entertainment have suffered
Optimism grows that epidemic can be contained as citizens welcomed the first of 3,000 US troops who arrived in the country
As US soldiers arrive in Liberia to help with the fight against Ebola, Liberia’s Minister of Information Lewis Brown told VOA's Benno Muechler he is hopeful this will be a turning point for his country
When South Sudan gained independence three years ago, millions returned or traveled home for the first time
Despite ongoing tribal violence, hunger and disease many remain hopeful for their country, interim government
