By Amos HarrisThe Independent Information Commission (IIC), in partnership with the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL), recently concluded a high-level capacity-building training focused on Freedom of Information (FOI) compliance, integrity building, and anti-corruption. During his keynote remarks, FOI Commissioner Joash T. Hodges described the training as a strategic collaboration between the IIC, the Office of the Ombudsman, and CENTAL. He emphasized that the primary goal is to embed transparency and integrity at the very core of public administration. While Liberia’s FOI framework legally guarantees the right to access public information, Hodges noted that true compliance relies heavily on institutional leadership, robust systems, and a professional internal culture. The sessions encouraged institutions to establish functional FOI structures, including the appointment of Public Information Officers and the creation of Internal Review Bodies.

Source: GNN Liberia March 04, 2026 13:48 UTC