MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Government of Liberia says it has allocated over one hundred million US Dollars in the 2027 Draft National Budget to road and infrastructure development to improve transportation across Liberia.

The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Ngafuan, disclosed that the Budget also prioritizes electricity and youth capacity-building.

Minister Ngafuan told reporters on Monday, November 9, 2026, that the improved roads will strengthen the connection between farms and markets, and ease movement for residents.

The finance minister also identified support for the Lone Star National Team and engagement with former national players as other areas of the government’s priority.

Minister Ngafuan further highlighted the Government of Liberia’s commitment to its debt obligations and confirmed debts owed to media institutions have been settled.

Meanwhile, the finance minister said:” A growing national budget requires choices to meet the development needs of the country and its people”.

He added that the choices will take into consideration the basic social needs of the people, prioritizing health, education and employment.

Minister Ngafuan disclosed that the choices will impact the socio-economic conditions of all Liberians, as the national budget continues to increase in the coming years.

The finance minister attributed the continued growth in Liberia’s National Budgets from 2024 to 2026, including the proposed 2027 budget, to strong financial standards put in place.

Minister Agustine Ngafuan said that though the budget continues to experience growth, Liberians should anticipate steady transformation of the country.