AGP Executive Report

Liberia Tech & Innovation: GeoMining urged faster technology transfer and partnerships to modernize Liberia’s mining and petroleum exploration, highlighting AI, satellite imagery, and remote sensing to cut costs and improve environmental stewardship. Digital Connectivity: Liberia’s telecom regulator (LTA) upgraded internet access at William V. S. Tubman University, aiming to boost research, student innovation, and campus operations. Ebola Readiness: NPHIL says Liberia remains Ebola-free, but a nationwide review found gaps in border screening, ambulance services, and emergency operations logistics that could slow response if cases appear. Trade & Customs Tech: The Liberia Revenue Authority launched its Second National Time Release Study to reduce Freeport of Monrovia cargo clearance delays, targeting a faster, more predictable import-to-exit process. Internet Resilience: CSquared added capacity to the 2Africa West cable to improve route diversity and reduce regional downtime from undersea cable disruptions. Health Systems & Training: The West African College of Physicians’ Liberia chapter convenes its 10th Annual General and Scientific Meeting, focusing on specialist care capacity after Ebola and COVID-19 strain. Education & Skills: Christ Embassy TVET graduated 835 learners in practical trades, including ICT and satellite installation. Public Health Risk: Residents accuse JFK Medical Center of burning infectious waste and releasing toxic smoke; EPA and health authorities are urged to investigate. Resource Governance: Liberia was urged to modernize mineral, oil, and gas sectors—echoing the push for better data, skills, and tech adoption.

Independence Tech Push: Liberia’s 179th Independence calendar is out, with a week of events running July 21–28 that spotlights the Liberia Technology Summit 2026 and other development activities. Minerals & Energy Modernization: A mines and energy exhibition urged Liberia to adopt modern exploration tech to improve geological data, cut costs, and reduce environmental impacts in mineral, oil, and gas development. Customs Digitization for Trade: The Liberia Revenue Authority launched its Second National Time Release Study, targeting faster cargo clearance at the Freeport of Monrovia and reducing the time from vessel arrival to exit. Internet Resilience Moves: LTA upgraded connectivity at Tubman University, while CSquared added capacity on the 2Africa West cable to strengthen regional internet resilience. Ebola Preparedness Check: NPHIL says Liberia remains Ebola-free, but a nationwide assessment found gaps in border screening, emergency logistics, and response capacity. Health Workforce Focus: The West African College of Physicians’ Liberia chapter convenes its 10th AGSM to strengthen specialist care and locally generated research. Public Health Controversy: Residents accuse JFK Medical Center of burning infectious waste, calling for EPA and health ministry investigations. Maritime Security: Liberia is among the first countries backing a Gulf of Guinea rapid reaction maritime task force to tackle piracy and illegal fishing.

Ebola Preparedness: Liberia says it remains Ebola-free, but a nationwide NPHIL review found weak spots in border screening, emergency logistics, ambulance capacity, and under-equipped emergency operations centers—assessing 9 land borders, 4 seaports, and 2 airports. Digital Connectivity: The Liberia Telecommunications Authority upgraded internet at William V. S. Tubman University to support Boakai’s digital transformation push for teaching and research. Customs & Trade Facilitation: The Liberia Revenue Authority launched its Second National Time Release Study, targeting faster cargo clearance at the Freeport of Monrovia (average clearance time reported at 12 days, 19 hours, 42 minutes). Internet Resilience: CSquared added capacity on the 2Africa West cable to improve route diversity and reduce regional connectivity disruption risk. Health & Community: West African College of Physicians (Liberia Chapter) delivered free specialist consultations and screenings in New Kru Town. Education & Skills: Christ Embassy TVET School graduated 835 students across ICT and trades, while a new Reeves School and Community Center was dedicated in Dimeh, Bomi County. Public Accountability: Residents accuse JFK Medical Center of burning medical waste and exposing communities to toxic smoke; hospital management denies the claims.

Ebola Preparedness: Liberia says it’s still Ebola-free, but a nationwide NPHIL review found weak spots at land borders, seaports, airports, ambulance capacity, and emergency operations logistics—raising the stakes if the virus enters. Customs & Trade Tech: The Liberia Revenue Authority launched its Second National Time Release Study, targeting long Freeport of Monrovia clearance delays with modernization reforms. Digital Finance: Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan says mobile money and the “Pay Na-Na” instant payment system are expanding account ownership and speeding revenue collection. Health & Safety: Residents accuse JFK Medical Center of burning infectious waste and releasing toxic smoke; management denies it, while LMHRA recently seized counterfeit medicines worth about L$400,000. Maritime Security: Liberia is among early Gulf of Guinea partners backing a rapid reaction maritime task force to curb piracy and illegal fishing. Education & Skills: Christ Embassy TVET graduated 835 learners, while UNESCO warns education aid could drop up to 30% by 2027. Waste Management: Monrovia’s PPP sanitation framework is now operational, rolling out community-based waste enterprises. Media Reach: LBS received an invitation to uplink its TV programming to DStv across Africa.

Ebola Preparedness: NPHIL says Liberia has had no suspected Ebola cases, but it’s still running county-wide checks of land borders, airports, seaports, labs, and isolation capacity, screening 987 travelers returning from the Hajj. Customs & Trade Tech: The Liberia Revenue Authority launched its Second National Time Release Study to cut Freeport of Monrovia cargo clearance delays (average 12 days, 19 hours, 42 minutes) and roll out trade facilitation reforms. Digital Services: NASSCORP launched “MYNASSCORP,” a mobile app and online portal for secure access to social security contributions and benefits. Cybersecurity: Liberia’s LTA brought its cybersecurity awareness campaign to Maryland County, warning about online fraud schemes targeting young people. Health Regulation: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard medicines worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, stressing that visual checks alone leave gaps. Waste & Cities: Monrovia City Corporation began operationalizing a PPP solid waste management framework with 30 community-based enterprises and SMEs. Education & Skills: Teachers’ groups and partners called for more public education investment, better teacher welfare, and stronger oversight of private providers. Mining Governance: Liberia announced a Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) to strengthen inspections and enforcement against illegal mining.

SDG Update: Liberia reports progress on SDG delivery at the UN in New York, pointing to its 2025–2029 ARREST Agenda despite shrinking donor support and rising climate/debt pressures. Waste & PPP Sanitation: Monrovia City Corporation launches the operational phase of a PPP solid waste framework, rolling out 30 community and SME operators for a more structured, community-driven system. Customs Modernization: The Liberia Revenue Authority starts a National Time Release Study, targeting faster cargo clearance at the Freeport of Monrovia and reducing the cost of doing business. Digital Finance: Finance Minister Ngafuan says Liberia is expanding mobile money and the Pay Na-Na instant payment system to boost inclusion and improve revenue collection. Health Tech & Safety: NASSCORP debuts the MYNASSCORP mobile app for social security access, while LMHRA seizes L$400,000 in counterfeit medicines. Governance & Integrity: UNDP-backed dialogue brings stakeholders together to strengthen anti-corruption and accountability systems. Cybersecurity: LTA takes its online fraud awareness campaign to Maryland County. Environment Lab Upgrade: EPA buys US$100,000 lab equipment and secures a permanent headquarters/lab site in Mamba Point for US$800,000. Court Watch: A Monrovia court is set to rule on a key suspect in the US$19.2M cocaine case.

Digital Finance Push: Liberia is expanding mobile money and its instant payment system, Pay Na-Na, to boost account ownership and speed up revenue collection, with officials citing rising wallet use and improved formalization. Social Security Apps: NASSCORP launched “MYNASSCORP,” a mobile app and online portal letting employers and workers track contributions, earnings, and benefits securely. Cybersecurity Awareness: The Liberia Telecommunications Authority brought its anti-fraud campaign to Maryland County, warning citizens about scams targeting scholarships, investments, and identities. Health Access in Communities: WACP Liberia Chapter delivered free specialist consultations and screenings in New Kru Town, mixing prevention education with referrals. Counterfeit Medicines Seizure: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard drugs worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, stressing the need for stronger testing and controls. Environmental Lab Upgrade: Liberia’s EPA bought US$100,000 lab equipment and secured a permanent headquarters and lab site for US$800,000 to strengthen local testing and enforcement. Customs Modernization: LRA customs risk management leader Abraham F. Siafa advanced in a World Customs Organization accreditation process. Mining Governance: Liberia’s mining law reforms moved through hearings, while a new anti-illegal mining taskforce (PORT) targets inspections and enforcement. Education Funding Pressure: UNESCO warned many developing countries, including Liberia, spend more on debt than education, urging wider debt-for-education swaps. Public Accountability: A debate continues over presidential travel transparency after Boakai’s Turkey trip response drew criticism.

Customs Modernization: Liberia Revenue Authority’s Customs Risk Management and Intelligence manager, Abraham F. Siafa, advanced to the final stage of the World Customs Organization’s Diagnostic Facilitator accreditation, signaling deeper modernization and performance measurement. Digital Finance & Inclusion: Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan says Liberia is expanding mobile money and the Pay Na-Na instant payment system to speed revenue collection and widen account ownership. Social Protection Tech: NASSCORP launched “MYNASSCORP,” a mobile app and online portal for employers and employees to track contributions, earnings, and benefits. Healthcare Access: WACP Liberia Chapter delivered free specialist consultations and screenings in New Kru Town, pairing treatment with prevention education. Public Education Funding: Teachers’ groups urged higher investment in public education, better teacher welfare, and stronger oversight of private providers. Cybersecurity Awareness: LTA brought its anti-fraud campaign to Maryland County, warning citizens about scams targeting young people. Environmental Science Capacity: EPA secured US$100K lab equipment via IAEA support to boost local testing and monitoring. Energy & Governance: Liberia began internal VAT rollout training for the 2027 switch, while the Mission-300 Energy Compact reported progress but flagged policy and financing gaps. Accountability & Integrity: A national dialogue in Monrovia pushed stronger anti-corruption and social accountability systems. Mining Enforcement: Liberia’s Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) officially started operations to curb illegal mining with intelligence-led enforcement. SDG Reporting: Liberia presented SDG progress at the UN, citing improvements in health surveillance and education enrollment.

Cybersecurity & Fraud Awareness: Liberia’s LTA brought its cybersecurity campaign to Maryland County, warning citizens about online fraud schemes like fake scholarships, identity theft, and investment scams. Mining Governance: Liberia began operating the Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) to curb illegal mining with intelligence-led enforcement and multi-agency coordination. Health Protection: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard medicines worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, stressing that weak medicine testing systems still leave patients exposed. Science Capacity: Liberia’s EPA secured US$100,000 in advanced laboratory equipment (with IAEA support) to boost local environmental testing and reduce reliance on outside labs. Blue Economy Media Link: NaFFA launched an Open Media House and a five-year communication plan, plus a fisheries call center, to improve public engagement and evidence-based reporting. Energy Access Push: Liberia held its first quarterly review of the Mission-300 Energy Compact, citing progress but flagging policy, financing, and delivery gaps. VAT Readiness: LRA started internal training for the January 1, 2027 VAT rollout, focusing on registration, invoicing, returns, and compliance. Education Funding Pressure (Global): UNESCO urged debt-for-education swaps as many developing countries, including Liberia, spend more on debt than schooling.

Counterfeit Medicines Crackdown: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard drugs worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, warning that weak testing systems still let fake medicines reach patients. EPA Lab Upgrade: Liberia’s EPA secured US$100,000 in laboratory equipment (with IAEA support) to boost local scientific testing for environmental and product checks. Cybersecurity Push: LTA brought its cybersecurity awareness campaign to Maryland County, urging safer online habits as fraud schemes target scholarships, investments, and identities. Blue Economy Communications: NaFFA launched an Open Media House and a five-year communication plan, plus a fisheries call center to improve public reporting and evidence-based coverage. Energy Access Oversight: Liberia began its first quarterly review of the Mission-300 Energy Compact, citing progress on electricity access but flagging policy, financing, and delivery gaps. VAT Readiness Training: LRA started internal training for the 2027 VAT rollout, focusing on registration, invoicing, returns, compliance, and taxpayer education. Mining Sector Governance: House committees wrapped a second phase of hearings on proposed Mining and Minerals Law reforms, aiming for stronger governance and modernization. Local Tech Leadership: MTN Liberia board chair Danielle Urey was highlighted for governance leadership as the telecom shifts toward broader digital services. Education Funding Pressure (Global): UNESCO urged debt-for-education swaps, noting many developing countries spend more on debt than schooling—Liberia is among those hit hard. Solar Boom With Risks: Liberia’s solar imports are rising fast, but experts warn about substandard equipment, e-waste, and fire risks alongside generation shortages.

Wildlife & Conservation: A new spotlight on the West African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus) shows how little is still known about the species—and why better data is urgent as threats grow. Health & Regulation: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard medicines worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, warning that Liberia’s current testing relies too much on visual checks. Cybersecurity: LTA brought its cybersecurity awareness campaign to Maryland County, urging safer online habits as fraud schemes target scholarships, investments, and identity data. Science & Capacity: EPA secured US$100,000 in advanced laboratory equipment via the IAEA to strengthen local environmental testing and reduce dependence on outside labs. Energy & Policy: Liberia’s Mission-300 Energy Compact got its first quarterly review, with progress on access but major financing and implementation gaps still slowing reforms. Digital Payments: BanffPay launched Liberia’s first unified digital payment API, aiming to make payments more interoperable. Governance & Integrity: UNDP backed an integrity and governance dialogue in Liberia, while a national dialogue pushed for stronger anti-corruption and accountability systems. Education Finance: UNESCO urged wider debt-for-education swaps as many developing countries spend more on debt than schooling—Liberia is flagged among those hit hardest.

Cybersecurity & Digital Safety: Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) brought its cybersecurity awareness campaign to Maryland County, warning residents about online fraud schemes like fake scholarships, identity theft, and investment scams. Public Health & Regulation: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard medicines worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, stressing that Liberia’s current testing relies heavily on visual checks. Environmental Science Capacity: EPA secured US$100,000 in advanced laboratory equipment (with IAEA support) to boost local testing and reduce reliance on external labs. Governance & Integrity: UNDP-backed dialogue in Monrovia pushed stronger anti-corruption and accountability systems, with citizens and institutions mapping next steps. Energy & Infrastructure: Liberia reviewed progress on the Mission-300 Energy Compact, while a solar boom story highlighted rapid panel imports alongside concerns over equipment quality and access. Tech/Payments: BanffPay launched Liberia’s first unified digital payment API, aiming to streamline payments for businesses and users. Education & Skills Pipeline: Nimba University’s low engineering and geo-sciences graduate numbers raised alarms for the county’s mining workforce needs. VAT Readiness: LRA began internal training ahead of the Jan 1, 2027 VAT rollout to prepare staff for registration, invoicing, and compliance.

Cybersecurity & Fraud Prevention: The Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) brought its cybersecurity awareness campaign to Maryland County, warning citizens about online fraud schemes like fake scholarships, investment scams, and identity theft. Public Health Enforcement: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard medicines worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, stressing that weak medicine testing and reliance on visual checks leave patients exposed. Digital Payments & Tax Readiness: Liberia Revenue Authority staff began internal training ahead of the January 1, 2027 VAT rollout, while BanffPay launched Liberia’s first unified digital payment API to help streamline payments. Energy Access Push: A report on Liberia’s Mission-300 Energy Compact showed progress on electricity access but flagged policy, financing, and implementation hurdles slowing reforms. Environmental Science Upgrade: Liberia’s EPA secured US$100,000 in advanced laboratory equipment (with IAEA support) to strengthen local testing and monitoring. Governance & Integrity: UNDP-backed dialogue in Monrovia focused on strengthening anti-corruption and integrity systems for better service delivery. Education Finance Pressure (Global): UNESCO urged debt-for-education swaps, warning many developing countries now spend more repaying debt than educating children.

Integrity & Anti-Corruption: UNDP-backed National Dialogue in Monrovia brings nearly 60 stakeholders together to strengthen Liberia’s anti-corruption and accountability systems, linking public participation to better service delivery. Cybersecurity: Liberia’s telecom regulator (LTA) takes its cybersecurity awareness campaign to Maryland County, warning citizens about online fraud schemes targeting scholarships, investments, and identity theft. Education Finance Pressure: UNESCO urges wider debt-for-education swaps, warning 113 countries now spend more on debt servicing than schooling—an issue that hits countries like Liberia hard as aid declines. EPA Lab Upgrade: Liberia’s EPA secures US$100,000 in laboratory equipment (with IAEA support) to boost local scientific testing for environmental monitoring and product regulation. Blue Economy Media Push: NaFFA launches an Open Media House and a five-year communications plan, plus a fisheries call center, to improve transparency and public engagement in fisheries and blue economy investment. Currency & VAT Readiness: CBL defends a proposed L$79B banknote printing plan as currency replacement and liquidity management, while the LRA starts internal training for the 2027 VAT rollout. Fintech Milestone: BanffPay wins a Central Bank PSP license for Liberia’s first unified Pay-In/Pay-Out API, aiming to simplify digital payments for businesses and institutions. Energy Oversight: Government reports first quarterly review progress on the Mission-300 Energy Compact, calling for tighter coordination to expand electricity access. Engineering Pipeline Concern: Nimba University’s low engineering and geo-sciences graduate output sparks alarm over future local capacity for mining and technical sectors.

Fintech & Payments: BanffPay (Liberia) Limited secured a Central Bank of Liberia PSP license to launch the country’s first unified pay-in/pay-out API, aiming to simplify digital payments for merchants, fintechs, NGOs, and government. Environmental Science & Regulation: Liberia’s EPA got US$100K lab equipment (with IAEA support) and a new Mamba Point headquarters to boost local testing for environmental monitoring and product verification. Blue Economy & Media: NaFFA partnered with Liberia’s media, launching an Open Media House and a fisheries call center, plus a five-year communication plan to drive transparency and investment. Energy Access Planning: Government reviewed progress on the Mission-300 Energy Compact, flagging coordination and financing gaps slowing electricity expansion. Tax Systems Upgrade: LRA began internal training for the 2027 VAT rollout, focusing on registration, invoicing, returns, compliance, and taxpayer education. Digital Governance Support: UNDP handed PPCC ICT equipment (server + UPS) to improve data handling and continuity amid frequent power interruptions. Electricity Accountability: Liberia’s Debt Court issued contempt proceedings against LEC executives over a US$415K ELTEL debt dispute. Mining Governance: House committees concluded hearings on Mining Law reforms, pushing a modern framework for sustainability and new minerals. Solar Boom With Risks: A report highlights record solar panel imports expanding access, while warning about quality, e-waste, and fire risks. Regional Tech Diplomacy: Nigeria and Liberia reaffirmed cooperation, including trade and youth development, as tech and investment ties deepen.

Elections & Media Trust: Liberia’s National Elections Commission (NEC) held final consultations on its Draft Communications Strategy, Policy and Protocol with journalists and civil society, aiming to boost transparency and reduce misinformation ahead of future polls. Digital Payments: BanffPay (Liberia) secured a Central Bank Payment Service Provider license, setting up the country’s first unified Pay-In/Pay-Out API to simplify business and consumer payments. Energy & Grid Reform: Liberia reviewed progress on the Mission-300 Energy Compact, with officials citing coordination and financing gaps as electricity access expansion continues. Mining Governance: House committees wrapped a second phase of public hearings on proposed Mining and Minerals Law reforms, pushing for a modern framework that matches new minerals, climate, and technology realities. VAT Readiness: The Liberia Revenue Authority began internal training for the January 1, 2027 VAT rollout, focusing on invoicing, returns, compliance, and taxpayer support. Solar Expansion: A report highlights record solar panel imports and growing access, while warning about equipment quality, e-waste, and fire risks. Public Asset Oversight: The Senate moved to investigate the Pan African Plaza’s management and revenue collection in Sinkor. Health Systems: Hefame Foundation launched neonatal care training in Monrovia, targeting safer childbirth and newborn outcomes. Fintech Capacity for Procurement: UNDP handed ICT equipment to Liberia’s PPCC to improve digital operations and continuity during power interruptions. Ebola Watch: WHO and Africa CDC are scrambling to contain a fast-moving Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda with a $518m response plan. Illegal Mining Crackdown: Liberia’s Protect Our Resources Taskforce (PORT) began operations to curb illicit mining through intelligence-driven enforcement.