By James T. BrooksFor generations, the rhythm of Liberia’s progress has been dictated by a relentless cycle of dust and debris. During the parched dry season, laterite roads bake into bone-jarring, ribbed washboards that punish vehicles and exhaust even the most seasoned travelers. Yet, when the skies open, these vital arteries dissolve into treacherous canyons of mud, effectively isolating rural farms, clinics, and markets from the rest of the republic. Ultimately, the arrival of the first shipment in late March will signal a test of governance rather than horsepower. For the Boakai administration, the challenge is to prove that disciplined management can finally break Liberia’s long-standing cycle of broken pavement and empty promises.

Source: GNN Liberia February 09, 2026 10:39 UTC