Published: January 12, 2026
GBARNGA, Bong County — Bong County Senator Prince Kermue Moye says the county is positioned to benefit significantly from Liberia’s proposed US$1.2 billion national budget for fiscal year 2026, citing major allocations across health, education, agriculture, infrastructure and local government under the Unity Party–led administration.
Speaking over the weekend on Premium FM, Moye said the draft budget makes targeted provisions to strengthen healthcare delivery, expand educational access, boost agricultural research, improve road connectivity and enhance city development throughout Bong County.
“I feel proud when these things happen because the interest of the people should always come first,” Moye said.
Health Sector
Moye said a substantial portion of the county’s allocation is directed toward improving health facilities and services. He disclosed that Phebe Hospital, Bong County’s main referral hospital, has been allocated US$800,000 for upgrades aimed at restoring it to its pre-war status. An additional US$75,000 has been earmarked to support the hospital’s operations, underscoring its role as a regional referral center.
The senator said the budget also provides funding to complete the ongoing expansion of C.B. Dunbar Hospital, which is expected to transform the facility into a fully functional referral hospital for the county.
He added that the Lehleh Clinic in Jorquelleh District Two has been allocated US$75,000 for completion and operation. According to Moye, the Bong County Health Team’s clinic monitoring and repair budget has increased from US$100,000 to US$175,000, reflecting an additional US$75,000 to strengthen routine maintenance and oversight. Other clinics, including those in Gbondio, Kpayah, Baryata and Jorwah, are also funded under the 2026 budget.
“Despite the huge support to health facilities, the county health team plays a very important role in service delivery, and they need to be supported,” Moye said, adding that increased allocations also extend to other counties.
Education Sector
In the education sector, Moye said Dolokelen Gboveh Multilateral High School has been captured in the national budget for the first time, with an initial allocation of US$25,000. He also disclosed that Cuttington University will benefit from an increased allocation under the education budget.
Agriculture Sector
Moye said funding for agriculture has been strengthened through increased support to the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI). Originally allocated US$500,000, the institute received an additional US$150,000 through budget amendments, bringing its total allocation to US$650,000 to enhance agricultural research and productivity.
Infrastructure and Roads
The senator said significant investments have been made in road infrastructure. According to him, US$1.9 million has been allocated for the pavement of streets in Gbarnga City, including Chief Compound Community, Ganta Parking Area, Gbarbea Street, Kokoyah Road and Plum Valley.
“A total of US$2.5 million was secured for roads, with US$1.9 million dedicated to Gbarnga and the remainder to roads outside the city,” Moye said.
He added that US$250,000 each has been allocated for the rehabilitation of the Yapaya Road in Bong Mines, the Rock Crusher–to–Ciga-Ta road in District One, and the Belefania–to–Jorwah road.
Local Government and City Development
Under local government and city development, Moye said Gbarnga City will receive US$75,000 directly, while Palala City, Zoweita City, Salala, Totota and Bong Mines have each been allocated US$20,000.
To address water supply challenges in Gbarnga, the budget also sets aside US$400,000 for the construction of a water facility, which Moye said will be implemented by Mo Ali and his team.
Moye said the allocations reflect the Unity Party government’s commitment to ensuring Bong County benefits meaningfully from the national budget through investments in sectors critical to the county’s long-term growth and development.
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