In a strategic move to accelerate Liberia’s digital transformation, the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration on digital inclusion. The announcement followed a high-level meeting today between LTA Chairperson Clarence K. Massaquoi, UNDP Country Representative Aliou Mamadou Dia, and Deputy Representative Louis Kuukpen at the UNDP Headquarters in Monrovia. The meeting focused on aligning national regulatory efforts with UNDP’s development priorities, with both parties expressing strong support for a joint agenda aimed at expanding access to digital services, improving ICT infrastructure, and fostering inclusive innovation across Liberia. Chairperson Massaquoi emphasized the LTA’s central role in shaping Liberia’s digital future through robust regulation and strategic oversight of the telecommunications and ICT sectors. He outlined key priorities for the Authority, including:
“Digital inclusion is not a luxury—it’s a necessity for national development,” Massaquoi stated. “The LTA is committed to ensuring that every Liberian has the opportunity to participate in the digital economy.” UNDP Country Representative Aliou Mamadou Dia praised the LTA’s proactive leadership and reaffirmed UNDP’s commitment to supporting Liberia’s digital ambitions. He highlighted the importance of leveraging technology to drive sustainable development, improve public service delivery, and empower communities. “Technology is a powerful equalizer,” Dia said. “UNDP is proud to partner with the LTA to build a digital ecosystem that is inclusive, resilient, and responsive to the needs of all Liberians.” Deputy Representative Louis Kuukpen echoed these sentiments, noting that digital inclusion is critical to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to education, economic growth, and gender equality. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to establish a technical working group that will coordinate joint initiatives, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with Liberia’s national ICT strategy. Proposed areas of collaboration include:
The partnership is expected to contribute to broader national goals, including job creation, youth empowerment, and institutional reform through digital innovation. While Massaquoi’s formal confirmation as LTA Chairperson remains pending due to statutory ambiguities, his leadership and engagement with development partners signal continuity in the Authority’s strategic direction. The meeting with UNDP underscores the LTA’s commitment to institutional credibility and forward-looking governance.
