Michelle Obama urges Liberian girls to stay in school

Last updated: 09/12/2019

United States First Lady Michelle Obama told girls in Liberia on Monday to fight to stay in school, as she visited the west African country where the vast majority drop out due to financial pressures.

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Michelle Obama urges Liberian girls to stay in school

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