The solar facility, Liberia’s first utility-scale renewable energy project of its kind, is expected to inject clean and sustainable energy into the grid, complementing hydropower and thermal generation and strengthening energy reliability. Providing a comprehensive project overview, Bill Hagins, Project Director of LEC/RESPITE, and Dominic Gono, Solar Project Manager, highlighted key energy initiatives supported by the World Bank. Minister Ngafuan lauded the visit as a strong demonstration of partnership and conveyed Liberia’s deep appreciation to the World Bank Group for its continued support. He emphasized that by helping Liberia meet its own energy needs, the project contributes to the country’s economic growth, driven by the unique partnership between Liberia and the World Bank Group. In closing, Mr. Donohoe thanked the Government of Liberia and reaffirmed the World Bank Group’s strong commitment to the country’s future and its dedication to being a reliable and strategic partner to Liberia.

Source: GNN Liberia March 23, 2026 14:05 UTC