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Summary of Liberia: Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper—Second Annual Progress Report, 2009–10

Core Content

The Lift Liberia Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS) is a 3-year national development agenda, aligned with the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), aimed at reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development in postwar Liberia. The second annual progress report, covering the period from April 2009 to March 2010, documents the implementation progress, challenges, and achievements in the country's development efforts.

Main Objectives

• To improve living conditions through infrastructure, health, education, and economic development.
• To strengthen governance, rule of law, and public institutions.
• To ensure peace and security, which is a prerequisite for sustainable development.
• To address cross-cutting issues such as gender equity, HIV/AIDS, and environmental sustainability.

Key Pillars and Progress

The PRS is structured around four main pillars:

1. Peace and Security (SEC)

• Completion Rate: 96% (54 out of 56 deliverables completed).
• Key Achievements:
  • Improved security environment with reduced armed robbery and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).
  • Enhanced relationship between citizens and law enforcement.
• Challenges:
  • Concerns about preparedness for the UNMIL transition.
  • Need for continued coordination and institutional support.

2. Economic Revitalization (ERC)

• Completion Rate: 76% (44 out of 58 deliverables completed).
• Key Achievements:
  • Passage of Public Financial Management (PFM) Law and Revised Investment Code.
  • Pilot implementation of ASYCUDA (customs system).
  • Establishment of the Land Commission and completion of a Model Mineral Development Agreement (MDA).
  • Development of National Microfinance Policy, Mining Cadastre System, and National Employment Policy (NEP).
• Challenges:
  • Lack of strong leadership and participation from Ministry of Agriculture (MAC) heads.
  • Legislative delays and limited human capacity to implement deliverables.

3. Governance & Rule of Law (GRL)

• Completion Rate: 62% (18 out of 29 deliverables completed).
• Key Achievements:
  • Civil Service Reform Strategy completed.
  • Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) established.
  • Code of Conduct, Freedom of Information, and Whistleblower Acts submitted for legislative passage.
  • National Decentralization Policy approved.
• Challenges:
  • 38% of interventions are "off track".
  • Legislative delays and insufficient capacity remain barriers.

4. Infrastructure & Basic Services (IBS)

• Completion Rate: 80% (181 out of 225 deliverables completed).
• Key Achievements:
  • Over 50 miles of paved roads and 1,000 miles of laterite roads rehabilitated.
  • 8 bailey bridges installed.
  • Over 83 health facilities constructed or rehabilitated.
  • Over 175 schools and colleges built or restored.
  • $40 million from the World Bank allocated for education.
  • 50% of the population now has access to safe drinking water.
  • 32% tele-density and 24% primary school enrollment increased.
• Challenges:
  • 44 deliverables remain "off track".
  • Need for continued investment in infrastructure and basic services.

Economic and Social Indicators

• GDP growth: 4.6%.
• Balance of trade: Reduced by 27%.
• Inflation: Decreased from 17.5% to 7.4%.
• Bank lending rate: Dropped to 14.2%.
• National budget: Increased by over 300% between 2005 and 2009.
• Foreign debt: Reduced by 72% (from $4.7 billion to $1.3 billion).
• Food security: Over 50% of the population is now food secure.
• Agricultural growth: 5% increase.
• Poor food consumption: Reduced by 7%.

Cross-Cutting Issues

• Gender: Progress made in promoting gender equity and addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
• HIV/AIDS: Continued efforts in awareness and prevention.
• Peace building: Security improvements have contributed to a more stable environment.
• Environment: Initiatives to improve environmental management and sustainability are ongoing.
• Children and youth: Increased access to education and awareness programs.

Strategic Challenges and Imperatives

• UNMIL Transition: A major concern for the Security pillar.
• Private Sector Development: Needs to be more integrated into future development strategies.
• Capacity Development: Continued training and support for public sector staff.
• National Vision Planning: Importance of aligning future strategies with long-term goals.
• Scaling up M&E: Enhancing monitoring and evaluation systems.
• National Aid Policy: Need for a coherent aid policy to guide resource allocation.
• Tackling Corruption: Strengthening anti-corruption mechanisms and legal frameworks.
• Public Sector Investment Programs: Ensuring effective implementation and sustainability.

Conclusion

The second year of the Lift Liberia PRS has demonstrated significant progress in poverty reduction and development. The implementation rate increased from 20% in year one to 80% in year two, showing improved coordination, capacity, and ownership. While challenges remain, especially in the areas of legislation, funding, and institutional capacity, the report highlights that Liberia is on a positive trajectory toward becoming a middle-income country. Continued political leadership, stakeholder engagement, and donor support are critical for the successful completion of the third and final year of the PRS.