ROAD SAFETY SECRETARIAT LIBERIA

09/04/2026

Alcohol interlocks could save countless lives in Liberia and across West Africa, where drunk driving remains a deadly threat Liberia alone recorded over 794 estimated road traffic deaths in 2021, with alcohol impairment a major contributor. Promoting interlock devices is a proven way to reduce fatalities and protect communities.

20/03/2026

Remember Road Safety is a share responsibility “Safe Road, Safe Life!

24/02/2026

Liberian Delegation Embarks on Road Safety Training in Ghana

Monrovia, February 24, 2026 - Eleven Liberian professionals have departed Liberia to participate in a specialized short course in Road Safety Management at the Transport Research Education Centre, Kumasi (TRECK), Department of Transport Engineering, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana.
The training, which began on January 12, 2026, is sponsored by the Road Safety Secretariat through the Ministry of Transport, with support from the National Road Fund of Liberia.

The two-month program covers critical areas including road safety audits, crash data analysis, post-crash management, and black spot identification. It combines classroom instruction with practical field exercises, equipping participants with advanced skills to strengthen Liberia’s road safety systems.

Delegates were drawn from several ministries and agencies, including Transport, Public Works, Justice (LNP), Education, Health, and the National Road Fund, ensuring cross-sector collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

This initiative underscores Liberia’s commitment to building professional capacity in road safety management and reducing traffic-related risks nationwide.

Issued by:
Road Safety Secretariat, Ministry of Transport – Republic of Liberia

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

Road Safety first!

17/10/2025

17/10/2025

The Road Safety Secretariat, through the Emergency Response Services, introduced the short code 5888 for accident victims to call in case of a crash, enhancing rapid response and emergency coordination nationwide.

17/10/2025

MOTORBIKE HELMETS DISTRIBUTION WITHIN MONTSERRADO COUNTY

The Road Safety Secretariat, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport, has completed the motorbike helmet distribution campaign within Montserrado County.

The following locations benefited from the distribution were: 12th Street Sinkor, Vamoma Junction Sinkor, Congo Town Boulevard Junction, ELWA Junction, Du Port Road Junction, ELWA Market, Rehab Junction, Iron Gate Junction, Point Four Junction, and Jamacia Road Junction. This initiative impacted Nimba, B**g, and Margibi Counties, where Trainers of Trainers workshops were conducted and participants received a Certificate of Participation.

This process was a continuation of the motorbike helmet distribution campaign, which commenced two years ago. The World Bank procured a total of 5,000 helmets to support an awareness campaign for motorcyclists on the importance of wearing helmets at all times while riding.
The Minister of Transport, Hon. Sirleaf Tylre, led the initiative with other Junior Ministers, Directors, and the Road Safety Secretariat team.