Monrovia, Liberia: April 14, 2026 – The Liberia Revenue Authority, through its Domestic Tax Department, has ended a three-day stakeholder engagement initiative marking the start of Phase Three of the Real Property Tax Expansion Project in Grand Bassa County.
The project, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with funding from the Government of Sweden, is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen real property tax administration and improve revenue generation at the county level.
Phase Three of the initiative targets Electoral District Number 3 and focuses on key technical activities, including digital property mapping, data cleansing, system tracking, and property valuation.
The project seeks to ensure that 50 percent of all revenues collected from real property tax in the county are disbursed for local development programs, in line with the Local Government Act of 2018, while promoting decentralization, transparency, and efficiency.
The Local Government Act of 2018 mandates that up to 50 percent of revenues generated from real property taxes be returned to counties to support local development programs and projects.
Speaking at the stakeholder dialogue, LRA Commissioner for Domestic Tax, Margaret P. Krote, described the initiative as a transformative approach to tax administration in Liberia.
“This is about making people understand that the taxes they pay will come back to them. Development will no longer feel distant but will be seen and experienced right here in the county.” She said.
She emphasized that engagement is critical to raising awareness about the project, its benefits, and the role of citizens in supporting tax compliance.
Madam Krote commended UNDP for its continued support, describing the organization as a key partner in advancing the project.
For his part, Grand Bassa County Superintendent Karyou Johnson welcomed the initiative, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to transparency and equitable distribution of revenues generated from property taxes between the local and central governments.
He urged residents to actively participate in the process, noting that increased compliance would directly contribute to improved development outcomes in the county.
Also speaking, UNDP Program Coordinator for Decentralization, Eric Boykai, underscored the importance of the stakeholder engagement in strengthening local governance and enhancing domestic revenue mobilization.
The dialogue brought together a cross-section of stakeholders, including local leaders, business representatives, civil society organizations, youth and student groups, transport unions, motorcyclists, and market women.
The project is expected to be completed in July this year and is being implemented by KWARECOM, a local consultancy firm with expertise in property data management, digital mapping, and real property tax system development.
The real property expansion project represents a significant step toward decentralizing revenue collection and ensuring that communities directly benefit from taxes generated within their jurisdictions.
The Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) is the government agency entrusted with the collection of taxes, customs duties, and other revenues in Liberia. The LRA is unwavering in its commitment to efficient tax administration, transparency, and professionalism, all geared towards contributing to the development and prosperity of Liberia.