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Monrovia, Liberia–August 5, 2026 -The Recovery of Economic Activity for Liberian Informal Sector Employment (REALISE) Project continues to make significant progress in improving the livelihoods of vulnerable Liberians through targeted livelihood interventions, labor-based short-term employment, small business grants, unconditional cash transfers, and community-based development and agricultural support. These interventions are among the Government’s key social…

Please find below the REALISE Project 2nd Quarter Newsletter (April–June 2026). This issue features critical milestones and updates, including:

DEMENTA, Bong County – June 17, 2026 – A delegation from the French Development Agency (AFD) and the Project Management Team (PMT) of the Recovery of Economic Activity for Liberian Informal Sector Employment (REALISE) Project on Wednesday conducted a field visit to Dementa and Palelowai Towns in Bong County to assess progress under the Community…

Monrovia, Liberia-The Deputy Project Coordinator of the Recovery of Economic Activities for Liberian Informal Sector Employment (REALISE) Project, Anita Marshall, has emphasized that transparency and accountability remain the foundation of all project activities. According to Madam Marshall, these principles guide decision-making, implementation, monitoring, and engagement with beneficiaries. Remarks at the SIDA Dialogue Symposium Speaking recently…

West Point Township, Monrovia – June 11, 2026 – The Recovery of Economic Activities for Liberian Informal Sector Employment (REALISE) Project has officially launched the PROBLUE Program in West Point Township, an initiative aimed at improving the livelihoods of fishmongers and strengthening economic opportunities within Liberia’s coastal communities. The program will provide direct business support…

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, senior officials of the Government of Liberia held a high-level meeting with Madam Trina Haque, Regional Director for Human Development in the Western and Central Africa Region of the World Bank, to present a comprehensive crisis response plan developed through the Recovery of Economic Activities for Liberian Informal Sector Employment…

Monrovia, Liberia – The REALISE Project has concluded a two-day comprehensive training for Gender Officers across government institutions, reinforcing efforts to integrate gender-responsive approaches into national programs and policies. The training, held at Corina Hotel in Sinkor, brought together Gender Officers from various ministries, agencies, and commissions to enhance their capacity in gender mainstreaming, social…

At the far end of western Liberia, in the community of Small Sawmill, a modest yet powerful story of transformation is unfolding—one that reflects resilience, opportunity, and the impact of well-targeted support. Helena Flomo, a resident of the village, has redefined what economic empowerment can look like at the grassroots level. Like many in her…

Monrovia, Liberia March 19, 2026– The Recovery of Economic Activity for Liberian Informal Sector Employment (REALISE) Project has successfully conducted a comprehensive Fire Safety Training and Drill for its staff, aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness, enhancing risk mitigation, and promoting a culture of occupational health and safety across its operations. The training, held in Monrovia,…

Maloma, Bomi County – In the quiet farming village of Maloma, a story of resilience and transformation is unfolding-a young female fish seller is turning opportunity into lasting change through the REALISE Project. Once struggling to sustain her small fish-selling business, the young lady has seen remarkable progress after becoming a beneficiary of the project’s…