Monrovia, July 16 -- The Unity Party-led government has kicked off the formulation of the 2026 National Budget with renewed ambition and a goal to reach a historic US$1 billion mark.

By Jaheim T. Tumu, Jaheim.tumu@frontpageafricaonline.com

Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan made the announcement during a budget planning launch held in Monrovia on Tuesday, describing the process as not only a fiscal necessity but a defining moment for Liberia's economic direction.

"We are knocking on heaven's door," Minister Ngafuan declared, referencing the country's push toward the elusive billion-dollar target. "Even if we meet the US$1 billion target, issues of scarcity will remain. But their complaint is positive - ...