Liberia, Sept. 23 -- PAYNESVILLE- The Association of Liberian Construction Contractors is calling on President Joseph Nyuma Boakai to intervene in what it describes as the growing exclusion of qualified Liberian-owned construction firms from public infrastructure projects.

By Emmanuel Weedee-Conway

In an open letter dated September 21 and signed by its President, Kimberly K. Toure, the Association said Liberian contractors continue to face difficulties securing government contracts, despite investing heavily in registration, certification, equipment, personnel, and other requirements to remain eligible.

The Association expressed concern that public infrastructure opportunities are frequently awarded to foreign-owned companies, leaving ...