Bong
"Dawn — Land of Newness"
Bong County is centrally located and serves as a major agricultural and educational hub. Home to Cuttington University and the historic Bong Mines, the county is known for its fertile soil and strong community development.
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Key Economic Activities
Notable Landmarks
County Government
County Superintendent
Loleyah Hawa Norris
Unity Party
Since 2024
Senators
Prince K. Moye
Senior Senator · Unity Party
Johnny K. Kpehe
Junior Senator · Unity Party
House Representatives
County Development Fund
On TrackPriority Sectors
Major Projects
- Gbarnga–Salala Road Upgrade
- Phebe Hospital Expansion
- Bong County Community College Renovation
Demographics & Population
Urban / Rural Split
Gender Distribution
Administrative Districts
Boinsen
Fuamah
Jorquelleh
Capital: Gbarnga
Kokoyah
Kpaai
Panta-Kpa
Salala
Sanayea
Suakoko
Tukpahblee
Yeallequelleh
Zota
Ethnic Groups
The largest ethnic group in Liberia, with Bong County as their traditional homeland; known for farming, weaving, and the Poro secret society
Found in northern Bong and Lofa counties; known for their blacksmithing, weaving, and Sande society
Muslim traders and farmers, significant presence in Gbarnga and market towns
Small community in northern Bong, closely related to the Loma
Bassa, Gio, Mano, and other smaller communities
Languages Spoken
Religion
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Phebe Hospital
A major Lutheran mission hospital in Suakoko providing comprehensive healthcare including surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics, and community health outreach.
Gbarnga Central Market
The main commercial market of Bong County, serving as a regional trading center for agricultural produce, livestock, and manufactured goods.
Bong County Rice Farmers Cooperative
A cooperative of over 1,500 rice farmers in Bong County, providing collective marketing, storage facilities, and access to improved seed varieties.
Cuttington University
A private liberal arts university founded in 1889, offering undergraduate and graduate programs with a strong emphasis on science, technology, and humanities.
Bong Mines Heritage Site
The historic Bong Mines iron ore site, now a heritage destination offering tours of the former German-operated mine and surrounding forest landscape.
Salala Rubber Corporation
A rubber processing and farming operation in Salala employing hundreds of local workers and supplying processed rubber for export.
Kpain River Fishing Community
A traditional fishing community along the Kpain River, supplying fresh and smoked fish to markets in Gbarnga and surrounding towns.
Government Releases FY 2025 County Development Funds to All 15 Counties
The Government of Liberia has disbursed the FY 2025 County Development Fund allocations totaling over $22 million across all 15 counties.
Bong County Community Development Fund Finances 12 Schools and 8 Clinics
The Bong County Community Development Committee has approved funding for 20 community infrastructure projects.
Liberia's Rubber Exports Increase by 18% in Q1 2026
The Liberia Rubber Authority reports a significant uptick in natural rubber exports, driven by increased production in Margibi and Bong counties.