Chamber of Mines President Amara Kamara Calls For Liberia’s Mineral Wealth to Create Jobs, Build Infrastructure and Deliver Lasting Benefits to Citizens

FARMINGTON, Margibi County- Chamber of Mines President Amara Kamara has called for Liberia’s mining industry to deliver greater benefits to citizens, saying the country’s mineral wealth must translate into jobs, stronger local businesses, improved infrastructure, better living standards and deliver lasting benefits to citizens. By Jaheim T. Tumu- jaheim. tumu@frontpageafricaonline. com Addressing Liberia’s Second International Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition (LIMEC 2026) opening which was held under the theme: “Transforming Liberia’s Economy: Driving Development Through Sustainable Mining and Energy Investments,” Kamara said the success of the sector should go beyond the export of gold, diamonds and iron ore to include tangible improvements in the lives of Liberians.

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai delivered the keynote address, setting out his government’s plans for drawing investment and promoting responsible development of the country’s mineral resources. Chamber of Mines President Kamara’s remarks came as President Boakai delivered the keynote address, outlining his government’s plans to attract investment and promote the responsible development of Liberia’s mineral resources. The event brought together international guests, investors, development partners, technical experts and business leaders from across Africa and beyond to explore opportunities in Liberia’s mining and energy sectors. Their presence underscored growing global interest in the country’s mineral wealth, energy potential and prospects for sustainable economic transformation. Kamara said the country must judge the value of its mining industry by the opportunities it creates for its people, including employment, business development, infrastructure, skills transfer and long-term economic…