Published: January 23, 2026
Monrovia – The European Union (EU), in collaboration with the Government of Liberia through the National Authorizing Office (NAO) at the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA), and other energy-related line ministries and agencies, will undertake a follow-up technical mission under the €42 million Light Up South East (LUSE) Program from 26–29 January 2026.
The mission follows recommendations from a previous inspection, during which several compliance and implementation issues were identified across LUSE-supported energy infrastructure projects. The objective of the follow-up mission is to ensure that all noncompliance issues have been adequately addressed, inspect newly completed and ongoing works in line with contractors’ scopes, and assess the overall level of progress across all LUSE project sites.
During the mission, the technical team will conduct a comprehensive review of distribution and transmission infrastructure, contractor performance, and adherence to approved final designs and implementation schedules. Particular attention will be paid to issues raised during the previous mission to confirm that corrective actions have been effectively implemented.
One priority concern remains the Barclayville Solar Mini-Grid Project, where progress has been constrained by the need to comply with grid code requirements in accordance with Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC) regulations. Addressing this issue is a top priority for the NAO and RREA, who will work closely with the implementation contractor, Constar Inc., to harmonize outstanding technical and financial matters affecting the project. RREA will also engage the contractor separately to support the timely resolution of these challenges.
Commenting on the mission, the European Union Ambassador to Liberia, Ambassador Nona Deprez, stated:
“The European Union reaffirms her commitment to expanding access to reliable, sustainable, and affordable electricity in south-eastern Liberia. The LUSE Program remains a flagship investment supporting inclusive development, economic growth, and improved service delivery in underserved regions of the country.”
The mission is strictly technical in nature and reflects the shared commitment of the EU and the Government of Liberia to quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and the timely delivery of energy infrastructure that supports sustainable development in Liberia.
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