(Lagos, Nigeria | July 16, 2026) The Liberia Special Economic Zones Authority (LSEZA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing regional economic cooperation and attracting strategic investments by participating in the Liberia- Nigeria Trade and Investment Forum 2026, held in Lagos, Nigeria.
Held under the theme, “Building Bridges for Shared Prosperity through Trade, Investment and Regional Integration,” the high-level forum brought together government officials, investors, development partners, and private sector leaders from Liberia and Nigeria to strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations.
Representing LSEZA, Mr. William K.C. Kawalawu, Project Manager, Project Implementation Unit (PIU), and Atty. Ebenezer M. Wilson, Director of Regulations and Legal Affairs, showcased Liberia’s growing investment potential in agro-industrialization, with particular emphasis on the development of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) Project.
The delegation highlighted the project’s strategic role in transforming Liberia’s agricultural sector through value addition, agro-processing, job creation, and increased export competitiveness.
The delegation also provided participants with an overview of the opportunities available within Liberia’s Special Economic Zones framework, emphasizing the country’s investor-friendly environment and ongoing efforts to create modern industrial ecosystems capable of driving sustainable economic growth.
A key highlight of the presentation was the critical role of the Agriculture Transformation Centers (ATCs), which serve as the productive link between farmers and the SAPZ.
The ATCs are designed to improve access to markets, enhance productivity, and ensure a reliable supply of raw materials for agro- processing industries operating within the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone.
The LSEZA delegation further used the forum to engage prospective investors and technical partners, exploring opportunities for collaboration that will accelerate the implementation of Liberia’s Special Economic Zones agenda while promoting regional integration and shared prosperity across West Africa.
The Authority remains committed to positioning Liberia as a competitive destination for investment by fostering strategic partnerships that support industrialization, agricultural transformation, and sustainable economic development.
