Liberia: NPA addresses legacy challenges of high payroll costs and limited port investments

The National Port Authority (NPA) has outlined plans to address an unsustainable wage bill and lack of investment in Liberia’s ports.

Friday, December 13, 2024/ In 2024, the NPA spent $14.04 million—nearly 60% of its total revenue of $24.4 million—on salaries and benefits for its 1,945 employees. Spending almost 60% of NPA’s revenue on salaries has constrained its ability to save and invest in critical infrastructure, expand operations, create sustainable jobs, and increase support…