Monrovia, Liberia – August 5, 2025: The Liberia Institute of Certified Public Accountants (LICPA) has partnered with the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) to prepare the country for the upcoming Value Added Tax (VAT) system. On Tuesday, LICPA members joined the launch of a three-day VAT training program in Monrovia, designed to build the skills of tax professionals and key stakeholders.
Running through Friday, August 7, 2025, the training is a key step in moving Liberia from the current General Services Tax (GST) to a VAT system that aims to be more efficient, clear, and in line with global standards.
Strong Support from Leadership
At the opening, LRA Commissioner General James Dorbor Jallah encouraged everyone to fully engage in the training, stressing their important role in making the VAT rollout smooth and successful.
“This is a major change for Liberia’s tax system. We ask all participants to work closely with the LRA to ensure this transition benefits all Liberians,” Jallah said.
Expert Insights
Lead VAT Consultant Mr. Khadka Rup stressed the importance of solid technical knowledge, pointing out that the skills of Liberia’s accountants and tax experts will be key to the new system’s success.
“VAT demands accuracy, responsibility, and expertise,” Rup said. “The skills you gain here will be crucial to making this reform work.”
LICPA’s Commitment to the Reform
LICPA’s President, Vice President, Council Member, and other professionals attended the event. Speaking for LICPA, President Papin Daniels pledged full support for the government’s VAT plans.
“LICPA is dedicated to supporting the national VAT rollout through teamwork, public education, and training for our members,” Daniels said. “We are ready to raise VAT awareness and make sure Liberia’s tax professionals are well prepared for this historic change.”
Building a Stronger Fiscal Future for Liberia
LICPA highlighted that switching to VAT will modernize Liberia’s tax system and improve transparency and accountability. By strengthening the skills of tax practitioners, the Institute believes Liberia will boost revenue collection, improve governance, and create more resources for national development.
This training is part of a larger partnership between the LRA, LICPA, and international experts to promote sound fiscal management and technical excellence in Liberia’s public finance system.
As the training continues this week, LICPA and the LRA remain focused on making sure Liberia is ready to implement VAT and that the reform brings real benefits to people and the economy.
