Liberia was established in 1822 as a colony for freed Black Americans and became Africa's oldest republic in 1847. President Donald Trump's comment praising President Joseph Boakai's English has been criticized, reflecting his limited knowledge of Africa. Liberia has a population of five million and is bordered by Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Ivory Coast, with 16 ethnic groups, the largest being Kpelle. Notably, alongside Ethiopia, Liberia was never colonized during European imperialism, symbolizing African self-determination.
Donald Trump faced ridicule after complimenting the president of Liberia, Joseph Boakai, on his English, despite it being Liberia's official language. Many interpreted this as indicative of his limited knowledge of Africa.
Liberia, founded in 1822, is Africa’s oldest republic and remains a symbol of self-determination. Key ethnic groups include the Kpelle, while it has 16 identified Indigenous groups.
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