By: Laymah Kollie
The Liberian Senate has passed an ACT to create the National Sports Fund Authority.
The proposed legislation would create an agency responsible for overseeing the funds designated for promoting various sports, including football in the country.
The Senate’s action was triggered Wednesday July 23, 2025 based on a report from its committee on Youth and Sports recommending the enactment of the law.
According to the proponent of the bill, River Gee County Senator, Jonathan Boye-Charles Sogbie, the National Sports Fund Authority will be funded through a mixture of levies, government support, grants, and private donations.
In order to generate revenue for the authority, the instrument proposes imposition of taxes on supporting materials, and other related items.
The National Sports Fund Authority, when established, will reduce reliance on variable funding sources and ensure a stable, long-term commitment to enhancing sports infrastructure, training, and talent development on a national level.
Meanwhile, The bill is subject to concurrence of the House of Representatives.
