Two Pillars, One Workforce: Closing the Gap Between Liberia’s Decent Work Act and the CSA Standing Orders
Liberia’s labour architecture stands on two main pillars. In the private (and broader non-civil-service public) sphere, the Decent Work Act (DWA) sets out modern minimum standards on wages, hours, dignity at work, and social dialogue. In the core public service, day-to-day employment is governed by the Civil Service Agency (CSA) framework and its Standing Orders. […]
Liberia’s Work Permit Fee Increase: Balancing Revenue, Investment, and Workforce Development
Liberia’s decision to raise the annual work permit fee for expatriates from US$1,000 to US$3,000 has triggered debate among policymakers, business leaders, and human resource professionals. Governments often adjust such fees to expand non-tax revenue and improve labor market regulation, but Liberia’s move must be understood in the context of its small population, fragile economy, […]
