Liberian Businesswomen Petition Legislature Over Import Delays and High Costs

A group of Liberian businesswomen, operating under the Consortium of China Importing Businesswomen United, petitioned the Legislature on November 3, 2026, seeking government intervention for struggling local businesses. They cited prolonged import delays from China, which now take three to six months or longer, as a major operational challenge. The group also complained about high bank charges, excessive taxation, and weak enforcement of the Liberianization Policy.

The businesswomen are urging the Legislature to address rising business costs and financial pressures on local entrepreneurs. They specifically called for a review of the tax regime and for commercial banks to implement a minimum 90-day grace period before loan repayments begin.