Liberia: Govt Pledges Stronger Mining Oversight, Eyes Greater Revenue and Local Processing
[New Republic] TUBMANBURG, Bomi County -- The Government of Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening oversight of the mining sector, curbing illegal mining, promoting local mineral processing, and ensuring that the country's natural resources contribute more significantly to national revenue and economic development.
The Government of Liberia has pledged to strengthen oversight of the mining sector, aiming to curb illegal mining, promote local mineral processing, and ensure that natural resources contribute more significantly to national revenue and economic development. This commitment was reaffirmed during the fourth edition of the Government Town Hall Meeting held on October 9, 2026, in Tubmanburg City, Bomi County.
Minister of Mines and Energy R. Matenokay Tingban emphasized the potential of Liberia's mineral wealth to generate government revenue, create jobs, attract investment, and advance the country's development agenda, stressing the need for effective management and greater economic benefits from mineral extraction.
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