Liberia

Liberia, founded in 1847 by freed American slaves, is Africa’s oldest republic. It sits on the West African coast, bordered by Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Côte d’Ivoire. The capital city is Monrovia.

• Total population: approximately 5.5 million
• Predominantly indigenous Africans; Americo-Liberians (descendants of freed slaves) about 5%
• Official language: English, plus over 20 indigenous languages

• Main industries: agriculture, rubber, and mining (iron ore)
• High poverty and limited infrastructure remain major challenges
• Ongoing efforts aim to improve electricity and water supply

• First Civil War (1989–1997): NPFL conflict under Charles Taylor — about 250,000 deaths and massive displacement
• Second Civil War (1999–2003): multiple factions; ended with Taylor’s exile and a transitional government
• Recent political stability offers hope for recovery and development

To maximize impact, CIYWR partners with Christian leaders and organizations in-country for evangelistic and relief efforts. We are grateful for these partnerships and return to see how faith and works grew in our absence — and how much more remains to do.

Open-air crusades, street rallies, revival church services, and personal outreach.
“For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save them.” Luke 9:56

Ministry in orphanages, a school for the blind, hospital visits, and local church growth and outreach.
“Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ…” — Acts 2:38–39