AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoLocal Governance & Finance: A Naymote Partners policy brief warns Liberia’s decentralization push could face a cumulative county financing gap of about US$179.4M by 2029, citing weak coordination and procurement bottlenecks even when projects match community priorities. Tax Modernization: The Liberia Revenue Authority is in South Korea to learn from the National Tax Service on digital tax systems, data-driven compliance, and better taxpayer services, with meetings involving major tech and consulting firms. Renewable Energy: Liberia’s first solar farm at Mount Coffee (about 20MW, 40,000 panels) is moving into operation under a World Bank-backed project, aiming to cut diesel dependence and boost grid supply. Digital Identity for Africa: The Alkebuleum Foundation opened its founding council to African institutions, pitching a Liberia-origin “digital trust” network to help verify records, people, and payments online. Ebola Watch (Regional Health): WHO and partners report rising concern around the DRC Ebola situation, including new vaccine development efforts for rare strains and intensified frontline response. Extractives Transparency: LEITI and stakeholders renewed commitments after a mid-year retreat, focusing on beneficial ownership, contract transparency, and strengthening how citizens can access information.
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