By: Wilmot Konah
Monrovia, Liberia — The Center for National Documents and Records Agency (CNDRA), also known as the National Archives, has officially launched its Five-Year Strategic Plan valued at US$12,653,243.67, covering the period 2026 to 2030. The launch was held on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the CNDRA headquarters in SMonrovia.
Speaking at the ceremony, CNDRA Director General D. Nelson Bearngar said the plan is in line with the Government of Liberia’s ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development, which requires all public institutions to present comprehensive working plans to support effective resource mobilization and implementation.
“This strategic plan is intended to provide a clear roadmap that will guide the transformation of the National Archives over the next five years, while ensuring alignment with the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development,” Bearngar said.
According to him, the plan prioritizes the modernization of CNDRA’s infrastructure, digitization of national records, decentralization of services, and improved customer service delivery. Other key components include the expansion of oral history collections across Liberia, institutional capacity building, and the construction of a National Library System.
“Our goal is to preserve Liberia’s documentary heritage using modern systems that are accessible, transparent, and responsive to public needs,” he added.
In a related development, Bearngar highlighted major achievements recorded by the institution in 2025, including Liberia’s elevation to Class ‘A’ membership in the International Council on Archives, the establishment of a partnership with Harvard University Academicians, improved revenue generation, and enhanced transparency and accountability.
He further noted that CNDRA surpassed its projected revenue contribution for the year, marking a significant institutional milestone.
The Five-Year Strategic Plan is expected to strengthen national records management and preservation while positioning the National Archives as a key pillar in Liberia’s governance and historical documentation framework.
