LSEZA Holds Media Training on Economic Awareness

By Bridgett Milton

Monrovia, May 28, 2026: The Liberia Special Economic Zones Authority (LSEZA) on Wednesday launched a two-day media training workshop designed to strengthen public understanding of the institution’s mandate and enhance the media’s role in promoting investment and economic development in Liberia.

The training, held at LSEZA’s office at Catholic Junction, VP Road, Monrovia, brought together journalists from radio stations, newspapers, and online platforms. Participants deepened their understanding of Special Economic Zones (SEZs), trade facilitation, investment promotion, and Liberia’s industrialization agenda.

At the opening ceremony, LSEZA Executive Chairman Prince Wreh described the workshop as part of the Authority’s broader effort to build public awareness and foster stronger media partnerships in advancing Liberia’s economic transformation.

“I welcome your participation in this two-day training organized by our communications unit,” said Wreh. He explained that engaging the media was intended to provide insight into LSEZA’s mission and activities, enabling journalists to become ambassadors for the Authority.

Wreh noted that, although LSEZA was established by an Act in 2017, it only became operational under President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration. “In April 2024, I was appointed as the first Executive Chairman, followed by the appointment of a Board of Directors. That marked the beginning of the Authority’s operationalization,” he said.

He added that the initial focus was on creating the administrative and operational frameworks essential for developing SEZs in Liberia. He also disclosed that the Authority secured World Bank support to draft and finalize its implementing regulations.

Press Union of Liberia President Julius Kanubah also addressed participants, commending the initiative and highlighting the critical role of SEZs in advancing Liberia’s long-term development agenda. “If Liberia is to develop, it will require economic growth powered by industrialization, trade, and investment, creating employment opportunities for both Liberians and non-Liberians,” Kanubah stated.

He urged journalists to focus more on economic and investment reporting, particularly on issues related to economic zones. “I encourage our colleagues in the media to place a stronger focus on the economy, especially in the context of our economic zones. This is imperative,” Kanubah concluded.