PHOTO: LRA CG James Dorbor Jallah symbolically recieving the donation from U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner, at the LRA headquarters in Paynesville
Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) has received over US$100,000 worth of Information Technology equipment from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), aimed at supporting the modernization and strengthening of tax administration in Liberia.
This in-kind grant from USAID, provided under the Local Empowerment for Accountability and Decentralization (LEAD) Activity, is part of USAID’s broader effort to enhance tax collection systems and increase revenue for Liberia.
During the official handover of the consignment at the LRA Headquarters in Paynesville, U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner, reaffirmed the U.S. Government’s commitment to supporting Liberia’s revenue mobilization efforts as a cornerstone for national development.
The donation included 30 state-of-the-art laptops and various other IT equipment.
“As Liberia transitions from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to the Value Added Tax (VAT) system, this equipment will play a pivotal role in improving operational efficiency and accountability, while also fostering public trust in the LRA,” Ambassador Toner said.
He emphasized that a robust tax administration system is fundamental to any nation’s development. “By boosting the LRA’s capacity to collect taxes more effectively, the United States is not only helping to increase revenue but also supporting the enhancement of public services in key sectors such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure,” he added.
Partial view of the donated IT equipment including 30 laptops
Ambassador Toner further highlighted the importance of transparency and accountability in revenue management, stating that citizens must see the tangible benefits of their taxes to build confidence in the system.
LRA Commissioner General James Dorbor Jallah expressed profound gratitude to USAID for the generous donation and reiterated the LRA’s commitment to its ambitious goal of increasing domestic revenue from US$700 million to US$1 billion in the near future.
“This support from USAID will significantly bolster our efforts to modernize our systems and improve tax collection, which is crucial for Liberia’s development agenda,” Commissioner General Jallah said. He also acknowledged the long-standing contributions of the U.S. to Liberia’s development in areas such as peace, security, health, and education, noting that the U.S.’s support is invaluable.
The LRA continues to drive transformative changes in Liberia’s tax system, aiming to increase revenue generation to support national development goals.