From the 19th century settlement policies that created parallel systems of statutory and customary land ownership, to post-war urban expansion, unclear land tenure has fueled mistrust and conflict. The establishment of the Liberia Land Authority in 2016 was intended to unify land governance and modernize documentation. The landmark Land Rights Act of 2018 further sought to clarify customary and private land ownership. Over the years, land disputes have repeatedly surfaced as catalysts for community unrest. Senators are not only exercising oversight but also acknowledging their legislative responsibility to refine the legal framework governing land ownership and dispute resolution.

Source: Daily Observer March 04, 2026 16:33 UTC