He observed that tourism serves as a key source of revenue for many countries around the world, noting that Liberia could have such benefits if students are well educated in the various natural features, cultural and historical preservations and traditional heritages.

He made the statement Wednesday at the Ministry of Information, Cultural Affairs and Tourism when he briefed students of the Calvary Empowerment Team (CET), a youth organization, ahead of an Ecotourism tour of Bomi County. 

“One way students can learn better is for them to be in a physical environment of what they have been taught, so today we are going to Bomi. We will take you to the grave site of Bai T. Moore and we will show you other historical features that are important to your upbringing,” Wiagbe said.

In remarks, CET Program Officer Robertlyn  Kweh said the aim of the program is to build and develop the leadership capacity of young people by empowering them to positively contribute to the development of their communities.

She indicated that several activities such as sports, literature and historical education are methods by which CET builds the physical and mental capacities of young Liberians.

CET is a not-for-profit youth organization working with children and youths in the short-term to help them contribute to the rebuilding of their war-torn communities.

By Wilfred Gortor, Intern