The Government of Liberia says it has made the first payment for the shipment of yellow machines to be brought into the country. Speaking at the Ministry of Information’s regular press briefing in Monrovia on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah announced that the government has finalized the initial payment for the shipment of the heavy equipment to Liberia.
While the exact amount of the payment and the number of machines being shipped were not disclosed, Minister Piah promised that a media engagement with the Vice President’s office would reveal all, including details about the company behind the shipment. Minister Piah emphasized the significance of the acquisition. “This is a crucial step in fulfilling the government’s commitment to improving Liberia’s infrastructure,” he stated. “These machines will be instrumental in road construction, maintenance, and other vital development projects across the country.
The Minister further explained that the purchase was part of the government’s commitment to address the country’s infrastructure deficit, which has long been a barrier to economic growth and development. He highlighted the positive impact the equipment would have on connecting rural communities, facilitating trade, and creating employment opportunities.
”We understand the challenges our citizens face due to inadequate infrastructure,” Piah continued. “This investment is a direct response to those challenges, and we are confident that it will significantly improve the infrastructure needs of the people of Liberia.” In May 2024, the government announced the acquisition of yellow machines aimed at boosting Liberia’s road infrastructure. The machines, valued at $80 million initially, were expected to be distributed across the country’s 15 counties. However, the deal has been shrouded in controversy, with critics questioning the procurement process, financing, and transparency. The government later revealed that Ecobank Liberia was financing the deal and that a Chinese firm, Evergreen Liberia Limited, had been selected as the supplier. The price was renegotiated to $22 million.
