President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. visited the Freeport of Monrovia on Monday to inspect 137 road construction machines that recently arrived in Liberia. This shipment is the first portion of a total order of 285 heavy-duty vehicles purchased by the government to improve road infrastructure across the country.
The equipment, commonly referred to as Yellow Machines, will be distributed throughout Liberia’s counties. The aim is to rehabilitate and expand the national road network, which is expected to help address transportation issues, support agricultural activities, and strengthen connections between urban and rural areas. Additional shipments are anticipated soon as part of efforts under the government’s ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development.
During his visit, President Boakai also toured a warehouse at the port where relief and educational materials are stored. These items were donated by Bishop Trevor Stephen Cockings, President and Founder of His Church Charity based in the United Kingdom. The donation includes shoes, sneakers, slippers, clothing, jerseys, and school supplies intended for vulnerable children and students in public schools.
Distribution has begun in Rivercess and Grand Bassa counties and will extend to other regions. Approximately thirty-six schools have received items so far through collaboration with the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection; the Ministry of Education; and project managers overseeing implementation.
A distribution system has been set up so that donated goods are given directly to students during supervised school visits. Reports documenting these distributions are submitted back to His Church Charity for accountability.
President Boakai stated: “Improved roads and strengthened educational support systems remain essential pillars for national growth and inclusive prosperity.” He reaffirmed his administration’s focus on infrastructure expansion and human capital development.
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