Grand Bassa
"Land of the Bassa"
Grand Bassa County is home to Buchanan, Liberia's second-largest city and a major port. The county is rich in rubber plantations, fishing communities, and agricultural activity along the St. John River.
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County Government
County Superintendent
Karyou Johnson
Unity Party
Since 2024
Senators
Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence
Senior Senator · Liberty Party
Gbehzohngar M. Findley
Junior Senator · Unity Party
House Representatives
County Development Fund
On TrackPriority Sectors
Major Projects
- Buchanan Port Infrastructure Upgrade
- Grand Bassa Agricultural Cooperative Support
- Rubber Plantation Rehabilitation
Demographics & Population
Urban / Rural Split
Gender Distribution
Administrative Districts
Commonwealth
Capital: Buchanan
District #1
Capital: District 1
District #2
Capital: District 2
District #3
Capital: District 3
District #4
Capital: District 4
Nekreen
St. John River
Capital: St. John
Ethnic Groups
The indigenous people of Grand Bassa County; known for their fishing, farming, and the Bassa script — one of the few indigenous African writing systems
Coastal people known for their seafaring skills; significant communities around Buchanan port
From southeastern Liberia, with communities in southern Grand Bassa
Muslim traders present in market towns and along trade routes
Communities in northern Grand Bassa near the Bong border
Dei, Belle, and other smaller communities
Languages Spoken
Religion
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Port of Buchanan
Liberia's second-largest port, handling iron ore exports from the ArcelorMittal rail line, timber, rubber, and general cargo.
Grand Bassa Rubber Farmers Cooperative
A cooperative of smallholder rubber farmers in Grand Bassa, providing collective bargaining, processing support, and market access for latex production.
Buchanan Community Hospital
The main referral hospital for Grand Bassa County, providing emergency care, surgery, maternity services, and outpatient treatment.
St. John River Fishing Cooperative
A fishing cooperative along the St. John River, supplying fresh and smoked fish to Buchanan markets and inland communities.
Bassa Community College
A community college offering associate degrees and vocational training in business, agriculture, and health sciences to students in Grand Bassa County.
Buchanan Beach Resort
A beachfront resort offering accommodation, seafood dining, and water sports on the Atlantic coast of Grand Bassa County.