Liberia is giving its renewable energy sector another boost by renewing the suspension of import tariffs on qualifying off-grid solar and renewable energy products for one year.

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai signed Executive Order No. 168 on August 27, 2026, extending the tariff suspension as part of efforts to expand access to reliable and affordable energy, particularly in rural and underserved communities.

The policy covers a range of eligible products, including solar panels, batteries, solar lighting and electrification systems, standalone photovoltaic components, control units and energy-efficient appliances used for renewable energy development and rural electrification.

The government says the move is designed to reduce the cost of importing renewable energy equipment, encourage private-sector investment and make clean energy solutions more accessible across the country.

However, the suspension does not mean every solar or renewable energy product entering Liberia is automatically tariff-free. Only products specifically listed under the Executive Order and correctly classified using the applicable Harmonized System codes qualify. Eligible businesses must also meet registration and sector requirements.

The Liberia Revenue Authority will oversee implementation, while the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency will maintain the register of eligible products and beneficiaries.

Importers may still be required to pay other applicable charges, including Customs User Fees and the ECOWAS Trade Levy, as well as other taxes or regulatory fees that have not been expressly suspended.

For Liberia, the bigger goal is clear: make renewable energy equipment more affordable, attract investment and accelerate electrification beyond the national grid.

With the suspension running for one year, its impact will ultimately be measured by whether it leads to lower renewable energy costs, increased investment and greater access to electricity, especially in communities that remain underserved by the grid.