18/02/2026
Breaking news.
The Irish Embassy in Monrovia conducted a one-day monitoring visit to Balia Community, B**g County, to assess the RISE-LIBERIA project.
By:Ezekiel Galima Tokpah
February 18,2026
The three-month pilot project supports Climate-Smart Agriculture, Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA), and leadership training.
Community stakeholders provided land for an agricultural demonstration site and seed bank. Materials, including farming tools and seeds, were distributed to farmer groups. Women farmers praised the project, saying it would improve their productivity and income.
They received L$20,000 start-up grants for VSLA groups and are contributing weekly savings. The Irish Embassy assured continued support, acknowledging the community's efforts in promoting the project.
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