A two-day National Fisheries Investment Conference branded “Kpongama 2026,” officially commenced on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Margibi County.
The event will end on Tuesday, March 31.
It is set to position Liberia as a leading hub for fisheries and blue economy investment in West Africa. The conference is being held under the theme: “Unlocking the Blue Horizons; The Future of Fisheries and the Blue Economy.” The Fisheries Investment Conference, according to a release, is described as Liberia’s premier fisheries investment platform. Kpongama 2026, has already convened stakeholders from 21 countries across Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, including investors, policymakers, development partners and global industry experts. Ahead of the International Fisheries gathering, the Director General of the National Fishery and Aquaculture (NaFaa) J. Cyrus Saygbe, Sr. labelled the initiative as a flagship effort aligned with the national development priorities and the government’s ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development. Saygbe highlighted that the conference aimed to mobilize large-scale investment into fisheries and aquaculture, strengthen public-private partnerships, showcase Liberia’s vast, but underutilized marine resources, and promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
“Fisheries remain a critical sector for Liberia, contributing to food security, employment, and livelihoods, while offering significant untapped investment potential.”
Mr. Saygbe announced how President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, was expected to deliver the keynote address and launch three transformative policy frameworks.
The framework includes, a 10-Year Fisheries Strategic Plan, a National Fisheries Investment Plan, and a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Strategy.
“These frameworks will guide the long-term development, governance, and investment landscape of the sector.” Kpongama 2026 will feature nine thematic sessions covering investment, sustainability, climate resilience, innovation, and market access, 44 panelists, including leading Liberian and international experts and high-level participation from regional governments, development institutions, and global fisheries networks.
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