TAPPITA–Stakeholders’ consultation has commenced ahead of the pavement of the 41-kilometer Tappita-Toe Town road.
The consultation, which involved stakeholders like traditional leaders, religious groups, and civil society organizations lasted from January 4-7, 2026 along the Tapita–Toe corridor.
Consultants and technical experts from CICO (the contracting firm), led by Project Manager, Carlos Jenkins Doloqui and Social Engagement Manager, Hawa Henry kickstart the awareness campaign to educate community members and travelers about the road construction and what is expected of them during the contract period.
The team held a primary town hall meeting at the Tappita Civil Compound. The meeting saw a high turnout of local leaders, including representatives from the City Mayor’s office, the District Education Office, the Liberia Joint Security forces, and various youth and religious groups.
The lead Consultant, Mulbah Nypolu provided an overview of the project, emphasizing its alignment with the government’s ARREST agenda, which prioritizes national road connectivity as a pillar for economic growth.
A Sigh of Relief for the Southeast
For the people of Southeastern Liberia, this project represents a significant shift in infrastructure development for a region that has faced decades of neglect since the end of the civil war in 2003.
Upon completion, this 41-km stretch will bring the total kilometer of paved road in the region to 140 km. This leaves a gap of only 75 km to fully connect Ganta, Nimba County, to Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County. The rapid pace of these developments has drawn praises from locals, many of whom recounts their experience on the road corridor as devastating.
Economic Impact and Improved Travel
The government’s focus on this corridor is already yielding tangible results. Earlier rehabilitation efforts have kept the route in good condition that small sedans are now able to travel as far as Kanweaken in River Gee County—a feat previously thought impossible for non-4WD vehicles.
The impact on the local economy has been immediate: from affordable commodity prices to reduction in transport cost and travelling times. Private vehicles traveling from Harper to Monrovia can now complete the journey in approximately 12 hours—a trip that once took days or even weeks.
As CICO prepares to break ground, the atmosphere in Tappita and Toe Town remains one of optimistic expectation for a future of smoother trade and safer travels.
Courtesy: Shelton Gonkerwon
