Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan
LiberiapoliticianMaleb. 19708.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan is the Finance Minister of Liberia, known for his leadership in the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning. He has been instrumental in managing the country’s fiscal policies and budgetary allocations, particularly during challenging economic times. Recently, he issued a memo urging government spending entities to exercise fiscal prudence and prioritize their expenditures due to limited resources, highlighting his commitment to effective financial governance.
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Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has called for a renewed approach to development financing.
Ngafuan Calls for New Development Financing Model | BusinessLiberia· 2026-08-03Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan described the two documents as complementary instruments that will shape Liberia's economic future.
AfDB Endorses Gov’t's Reform Agenda with New Country Strategy Paper | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-31
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan say will create new opportunities for young people, especially those engaged in the creative industry.
Gov’t Targets 24-Hour Digital Economy to Boost Youth Creativity | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-29
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan successfully mobilized US$72.8 million in financing.
Boakai to Dedicate Gbarnga–Salayea Highway | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-28
Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan represented the Minister of Finance and Development Planning and praised Harleyson’s professional experience.
MFDP’s New Deputy Minister Sets Agenda for Stronger Collaboration and Performance | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-24
Dr. Joekai thanked the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, for making the funding available for the Civil Service Agency to conduct the annual manpower hearings.
𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐨𝐋 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-24
Minister of Finance and Development Planning Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan underscored the strong relationship between the rule of law and national development.
UNDP Reaffirms Support for Liberian Justice System as Magistrates Graduate | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-24
Minister Ngafuan called on ministries, agencies and commissions to put an end to poor planning and recurrent unplanned budget requests.
MFDP Opens FY2027 Budget Process | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-24
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has called on Liberia’s international development partners to provide clearer details on their financial commitments.
Ngafuan Challenges Development Partners to Declare Funding Commitments | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-22Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has welcomed a delegation from the United States Millennium Challenge Corporation.
Gov’t Begins Technical Scoping Mission for 2nd MCC Compact Energy Projects | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-21
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan described the financing as a vote of confidence in Liberia’s development agenda.
House Ratifies US$30 Million Loan for Salayea–Konia Road | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-20
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has challenged a new corps of Liberian magistrates to resist corruption, uphold integrity, and defend the rule of law.
Ngafuan Charges New Magistrates to Protect Justice, Resist Pressure | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-20
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan said Liberia is accelerating implementation of the SDGs through its 2025–2029 National Development Plan.
Gov’t Reports Strong SDG Gains Despite Global Headwinds | BusinessLiberia· 2026-07-14Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan is the Finance Minister summoned for the public financial oversight hearings.
Consequential Revenue Audit In Sight | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-13
The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning is headed by Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan.
Boakai Constitutes Board for Liberia Corporation for Strategic Investment | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-06
Finance and Development Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan put it plainly: 'IFAD, the agriculture sector, is not where it was yesterday.'
GOL Bids Farewell to IFAD’s Boss After Securing Record US$56M Agriculture Deal | NewsLiberia· 2026-07-02
Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan delivered a stirring address on behalf of the honorees at the event.
BWI Celebrates 97th Founders' Day, Eyeing Centenary Transformation | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-30
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has paid tribute to the Booker Washington Institute for instilling discipline and leadership qualities in graduates.
"BWI Prepared Us for Leadership" | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-30
Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan is the Finance and Development Planning Minister representing Liberia in the loan agreement signing.
Road of Promise: Joy and Hope Sweep Across Lofa as Liberia Secures US$30 Million for Salayea–Konia Highway | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-06-27
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan was part of the discussions with the IMF delegation.
IMF Praises Liberia's Economic Performance | BusinessLiberia· 2026-06-26
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan signed on behalf of the Government of Liberia.
Salayea–Konia Road Project Gains US$30M Funding Lifeline | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-24Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan has linked Liberia’s recent budget expansion to the government’s ongoing efforts to improve public service delivery.
Ngafuan Links Budget Growth to Decentralization Drive | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-23
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan addressed concerns surrounding outstanding media debts.
Ngafuan’s Payment of Inherited Media Debts Is Helping Stabilize Liberia’s Media Sector and Strengthen Democratic Institutions | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-06-22
Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning, has reaffirmed the government's commitment to sports development.
Ngafuan Pledges Gov’t Support for Sports Development | SportsLiberia· 2026-06-21Minister Ngafuan expressed appreciation for the Bank’s continued support, describing the agreement as another strong testament to the enduring partnership between Liberia and the AfDB.
Gov’t, AfDB Sign US$16.7M Fiscal Sustainability Agreement | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-19The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, has called for accelerated African Development Bank (AfDB) support for key infrastructure and agricultural transformation projects.
Gov’t Presses AfDB on Buchanan–Cestos Road, SAPZ Linkages | NewsLiberia· 2026-06-01
Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan clearly placed it: 'As custodians of public trust, we could not — and would not — ignore these concerns.'
Passing the Half Mark Before the Half Hour | CommentariesLiberia· 2026-05-30
Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan framed the plan not as a routine policy document, but as a decisive instrument to safeguard Liberia’s future.
MFDP Unveils 5-Year Plan to Strengthen Fiscal Discipline | BusinessLiberia· 2026-03-05
Zuo spoke on behalf of Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan.
Liberia, MCC Launch High-Level W’shop to Solve Electricity Crisis | BusinessLiberia· 2026-02-27
Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan for embracing the initiative, urging members to continue upholding shared values and excellence.
MFDP Launches Professional Women Association | NewsLiberia· 2026-02-20
