Maryland
"Land of the Maryland"
Maryland County is Liberia's southernmost county, known for its beautiful Cape Palmas peninsula, rich fishing grounds, and historical significance as one of Liberia's earliest settlements. The county has strong cultural ties to the Grebo people.
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Key Economic Activities
Notable Landmarks
County Government
County Superintendent
Henry B. Cole Jr
Unity Party
Since 2024
Senators
J. Gbleh-bo Brown
Senior Senator · Unity Party
James P. Biney
Junior Senator · Unity Party
House Representatives
County Development Fund
On TrackPriority Sectors
Major Projects
- Harper Port Rehabilitation
- Maryland Fisheries Development Program
- Cape Palmas Tourism Initiative
Demographics & Population
Urban / Rural Split
Gender Distribution
Administrative Districts
Barrobo
Harper
Karloken
Pleebo/Sodeken
Capital: Pleebo
Garraway
Chedepo
Cavalla
Ethnic Groups
The dominant people of Maryland County; known for their fishing, farming, and maritime traditions along the Atlantic coast; Harper is their cultural center
Coastal seafaring communities along the Maryland coastline
Muslim traders in Harper and Pleebo market areas
Historic settler community; Harper was the capital of the Maryland Republic (1833–1857)
Krahn, Bassa, and other smaller communities
Languages Spoken
Religion
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Harper Fish Market
The main fish landing and trading site in Harper, where Kru fishermen sell fresh Atlantic catch including tuna, snapper, and lobster.
Maryland County Referral Hospital
The main government hospital for Maryland County, providing comprehensive healthcare including surgery, maternity, and emergency services.
Cape Palmas Eco-Resort
A scenic eco-resort on the Cape Palmas peninsula offering ocean-view bungalows, seafood dining, snorkeling, and cultural tours of Harper's historic district.
Maryland Cocoa Farmers Association
An association of cocoa farmers in Maryland County providing training, fermentation and drying facilities, and export market linkages.
Maryland University
A public university serving southeastern Liberia with programs in education, business, agriculture, and health sciences.
Cavalla River Fishing Cooperative
A fishing cooperative along the Cavalla River supplying fresh river fish to Maryland County markets and neighboring Côte d'Ivoire border communities.
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.
Maryland County Fishing Cooperative Receives Boats and Cold Storage Facility
The Maryland County Artisanal Fishing Cooperative has received 25 motorized fishing boats and a 50-ton cold storage facility.