LLA Opens ‘Land Sale’

LLA Opens ‘Land Sale’

By Domingo Dargbeh

Authorities of Liberia Land Authority (LLA) have lifted the moratorium on public land transactions.

LLA imposed the public land sale on February 3, 2025, in a significant move to enhance land governance and promote sustainable economic growth.

But the decision to lift the moratorium comes as part of a broader initiative to streamline land administration processes and resolve land disputes in the 15 counties.

This transaction aims at sustainable development.

At the signing ceremony of the new deal on Thursday, July 31, 2025, LLA chairman, Samuel F. Kpakio said, the moratorium was initially imposed to ensure the proper management of public land, and to develop new guidelines that govern its use, management, sale and lease.

The LLA, Mr. Kpakio, assured that it remains the primary agency responsible for land regulation in the country, and the lifting of the moratorium signals a renewed commitment to transparency, accountability and integrity in land transactions.

“Today, we take a significant step towards transforming the country’s land sector,” said Kpakio.

He added: “With the development of new guidelines and the introduction of a new deed form, we aim to ensure equitable access to land and enhance land tenure security for all Liberians.”

The newly launched guidelines, include provisions for temporary occupancy permits, interim regulations for validating tribal certificates, and updated protocols for the sale and lease of public land. These measures are designed to facilitate responsible land use and management, while promoting social cohesion within communities.

Mr. Kpakio underscored the importance of formalizing customary lands, and issuing statutory land deeds, which will empower customary communities and landholders to invest in sustainable economic development.

“We believe that strong land governance is the foundation of successful land reform.

However, Kpakio committed to protect the rights of women and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in land ownership and management.

The authority said, it is dedicated to raising public awareness about land rights and responsibilities to ensure that all citizens understand their entitlements under the new regulations.

“I therefore called for support from partners and the national government to bolster the country’s land sector and safeguard peace and security,” said Kpakio

 as the country moves forward with the new transformative initiatives.

The LLA said, it remains committed to fostering an environment of unity and collaboration.

On behave of the head for the council of commissioners, Edward Lahai, extolled the LLA for the initiative.

Lahai called for the decentralization of the new deed in the countries.