Grand Gedeh
"Land of the Grand Gedeh"
Grand Gedeh County is a vast southeastern county bordering Côte d'Ivoire. Known for its dense tropical forests, the county is home to Sapo National Park buffer zones and significant timber and agricultural activity.
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County Government
County Superintendent
Alex Chersia Grant
Unity Party
Since 2024
Senators
Zoe Emmanuel Pennue
Senior Senator · Unity Party
Thomas Nimely
Junior Senator · Unity Party
House Representatives
County Development Fund
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Major Projects
- Zwedru City Road Network Improvement
- Grand Gedeh Agricultural Support Program
- Zwedru Medical Center Upgrade
Demographics & Population
Urban / Rural Split
Gender Distribution
Administrative Districts
Gbarzon
Capital: Zwedru
Konobo
Tchien
Cavalla
B'hai
Gbao
Glio-Twarbo
Capital: Glio
Ethnic Groups
The dominant ethnic group of Grand Gedeh; known for their warrior traditions, farming, and the Wee language; former President Samuel Doe was Krahn
Communities in southern Grand Gedeh near the Maryland border
Muslim traders in Zwedru and market towns
Communities near the Nimba border
Kpelle, Bassa, and other smaller communities
Languages Spoken
Religion
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Zwedru Central Market
The main commercial market of Grand Gedeh County, serving as a regional trading hub for agricultural produce, timber products, and goods from Côte d'Ivoire.
Grand Gedeh Timber Cooperative
A cooperative of licensed timber operators promoting sustainable logging practices and community revenue-sharing in Grand Gedeh's dense tropical forests.
Zwedru Referral Hospital
The main government referral hospital for Grand Gedeh County, providing emergency care, surgery, and outpatient services to the southeastern region.
Grand Gedeh Community College
A community college offering vocational training and associate degrees in agriculture, business, and health sciences to students in southeastern Liberia.
Tchien Forest Eco-Tourism Project
A community eco-tourism initiative offering guided forest walks, wildlife spotting, and cultural immersion experiences in the Tchien forest area.
Grand Gedeh Rice & Cassava Farmers Union
A union of rice and cassava farmers providing collective storage, processing, and market linkages for staple food crops in Grand Gedeh County.