KAKATA, Margibi County – The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labor and the Liberia Immigration Service, on Friday, May 29, 2026, conducted a major business compliance inspection in Kakata, Margibi County, resulting in the closure of more than twenty businesses found to be operating in violation of Liberia’s business regulations.
The exercise was led by Commerce and Industry Minister Magdalene Ellen Dagoseh as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen regulatory compliance and promote a fair business environment across the country.
According to the Ministry, the affected businesses were cited for various violations, including operating with expired business certificates, engaging in unauthorized wholesale and retail activities, and conducting business without proper registration.
Officials said the inspection was intended to protect legitimate Liberian businesses, strengthen the national economy, and ensure that all commercial entities operate within the framework of Liberia’s laws and regulations.
The joint operation also sought to address unfair business practices that place law-abiding entrepreneurs at a disadvantage, while promoting accountability and compliance within the private sector.
They noted that the exercise underscores the commitment of the Government of Liberia to enforcing business regulations, increasing domestic revenue generation, and enhancing public confidence in the country’s economic system.
Minister Dagoseh emphasized the importance of compliance with established business laws, noting that all businesses operating in Liberia are expected to meet legal requirements and contribute positively to national development.
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry indicated that similar compliance inspections will continue in other parts of the country as part of broader efforts to strengthen the regulatory environment and support sustainable economic growth.