Liberia’s main opposition party, the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC), is making steady progress on the construction of a national headquarters in Congo Town, signalling a renewed phase of political reorganization following the eviction from its former premises. The project, once completed, is expected to serve as a central hub for party administration, strategy, and mobilization, strengthening the CDC’s operational capacity as it consolidates its role in opposition after losing state power in 2023.
The construction effort follows the party’s court-ordered eviction from its previous headquarters, a move that CDC leaders and supporters described as controversial and politically charged. While the eviction removed the party from its physical base, CDC officials insist it did not diminish the party’s influence or grassroots strength.
“The party is not a structure, but the people,” has been a recurring message from CDC leaders, emphasizing popular support over physical assets. In response, the party embarked on an ambitious campaign to establish a new, purpose-built headquarters, transforming adversity into an opportunity for renewal.
The headquarters initiative is being spearheaded by former President George Manneh Weah, the CDC’s political leader and standard-bearer. The fundraising drive has mobilized supporters both within Liberia and across the diaspora, reflecting the party’s continued international reach. The campaign gained momentum with a well-attended groundbreaking ceremony in late 2025, drawing party loyalists, senior officials, and grassroots supporters. The event marked a symbolic restart for the CDC, underscoring unity and resilience amid political transition.
During a recent inspection tour, former President Weah, accompanied by senior party officials and members of the CDC construction committee, visited the Congo Town site to assess progress made by contractors. According to party officials, groundwork and foundation stages are nearing completion, with construction advancing steadily.
The delegation expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work, noting that efforts are underway to ensure the project is completed within the targeted timeframe.
“We are encouraged by what we have seen so far,” a senior party official said following the tour, adding that the project reflects the collective commitment of CDC supporters to rebuilding and strengthening the party’s institutional foundation. Beyond the national headquarters, the CDC has outlined broader plans to construct county chapter headquarters across Liberia’s 15 political subdivisions.
The initiative aims to decentralize party operations and strengthen grassroots engagement nationwide. Several counties, including Grand Bassa, Grand Kru, and Margibi, have already identified land for their respective chapter headquarters. Party leaders say the county infrastructure plan will enhance coordination, political education, and mobilization at the local level, positioning the CDC for sustained relevance in Liberia’s evolving political landscape.
