Georgia Wallen
Georgia Wallen is the World Bank Country Manager for Liberia, known for her advocacy for economic reforms to enhance Liberia's growth potential. At the launch of the Liberia Country Economic Memorandum, she emphasized the need for ambitious policy changes to escape the 'natural resource trap' and warned that the next five years are critical for the country's economic future.
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Georgia Wallen chaired the seminar on social protection programs in Liberia.
From Safety Nets to Economic Mobility | Business
Liberia· 2026-03-04
Georgia Wallen, World Bank Liberia Country Manager, stated that the Bank remains proud to partner with Liberia and is committed to translating energy goals into concrete results.
Gov’t to Strengthen Energy Delivery with New Oversight Unit | NewsLiberia· 2026-02-12
World Bank Country Manager Georgia Wallen described the launch as 'a day of hope rooted in the vision of Liberia rising.'
Making Education Better | NewsLiberia· 2025-12-16
Georgia Wallen, World Bank Liberia Country Manager, commended the leadership of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai.
Liberia’s MSMEs Poised for Growth with World Bank Support | NewsLiberia· 2025-12-10
Dr. Georgia Wallen announced US$8.5 million in MSME financing support alongside US$3.5 million dedicated to enterprise training.
Liberia Pushes New MSME Support Framework | BusinessLiberia· 2025-12-10
World Bank Country Manager Georgia Wallen praised the Government of Liberia for reviving the annual National MSME Conference.
Gov’t, Partners Renew Commitment to Strengthen MSMEs | BusinessLiberia· 2025-12-10
Georgia Wallen, the World Bank Liberia Country Manager, emphasized the importance of the CPF in creating jobs and empowering women.
World Bank Launches County-Level CPF | BusinessLiberia· 2025-12-08World Bank Liberia Country Manager, Georgia Wallen, said the new World Bank Group Country Partnership Framework aims to help Liberia achieve its national development plan.
World Bank, Gov’t Launch New 5-Year Country Partnership Framework | NewsLiberia· 2025-12-05
World Bank Country Manager Georgia Wallen expressed gratitude for being part of the stakeholder engagement process, emphasizing the importance of international collaboration in shaping Liberia’s strategic priorities.
“We Want This to Be A Collaborative Effort” | BusinessLiberia· 2025-11-26
Special Representative speaking for World Bank Country Representative Madam Georgia Wallen highlighted the Bank’s continued commitment to women’s empowerment.
CRS Launches 5-Year Strategic Plan | NewsLiberia· 2025-11-20
Madam Georgia Wallen, Country Manager for Liberia, reaffirmed the Bank’s unwavering commitment to supporting Liberia’s health resilience and preparedness.
Gov’t, WB Launch US$18M Health Security Project | NewsLiberia· 2025-11-11
Georgia Wallen, the World Bank Country Manager, lauded Liberia’s efforts to embrace digital innovation as a means to connect citizens and expand opportunities.
WB Wants Digital Technology Harnessed for Inclusion and Growth | BusinessLiberia· 2025-10-29Madame Lisa G. Rosen was accompanied by the World Bank Country Representative to Liberia, Georgia Wallen.
W/Bank VP Lauds Liberia’s RETRAP Project | BusinessLiberia· 2025-10-06
World Bank Country Manager, Georgia Wallen, praised the collaboration between the Government of Liberia, local authorities, and other partners.
REALISE Project Team Conducts Joint Field Visit in Bong | NewsLiberia· 2025-09-23
Georgia Wallen, the World Bank Liberia Country Manager, has praised Liberia’s commitment to good governance and institutional reform.
World Bank Commends Liberia’s APRM Commitment | NewsLiberia· 2025-09-12Georgia Wallen, the World Bank Country Manager for Liberia, has challenged newly inducted officials of the Publishers Association of Liberia to uphold their core values.
World Bank Calls on Publishers to Shape Liberia’s Narrative | NewsLiberia· 2025-09-01
World Bank Country Manager Georgia Wallen reminded us that publishers stand at the forefront of accountability, transparency, and mentorship.
Newspapers: Visioning Renewal while Struggling for Survival | EditorialsLiberia· 2025-09-01
World Bank Country Manager Georgia Wallen highlighted publishers’ role in accountability and transparency.
Publishers Association Inducts New Leadership | NewsLiberia· 2025-09-01
Georgia Wallen represented the World Bank in signing the agreement.
Gov’t, W/Bank Sign US$88.7M Educational Pact | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-24
Georgia Wallen is the World Bank Country Manager for Liberia and spoke about the Excellence in Learning Project.
WB Approves US$88.7M Financing Package for Liberia’s Education Sector | BusinessLiberia· 2025-06-13
Georgia Wallen was represented by Alarie Mahdi, who described the launch as a major milestone for Liberia’s development goals.
Commerce Ministry Places Liberian Businesses at Core of Nat’l Strategy | BusinessLiberia· 2025-05-23
Georgia Wallen hailed the initiative as a strategic, high-impact investment that promises not only food security but also inclusive economic growth for Liberians.
NaFAA Launches Modern Fish Hatchery | FarmingLiberia· 2025-05-12
Georgia Wallen is the World Bank Liberia Country Manager who emphasized the importance of high-quality data for planning and decision-making.
LISGIS, World Bank Launch 2025 Household Income and Expenditure Survey | BusinessLiberia· 2025-05-01
Georgia Wallen is the World Bank Country Manager for Liberia who expressed pride in supporting the Central Bank of Liberia.
CBL Joins World Bank Reserve Advisory & Management Partnership | BusinessLiberia· 2025-04-25
Georgia Wallen is the Country Manager of the World Bank in Liberia, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education and women's empowerment.
World Bank Reaffirms Support for Early Childhood Education, Women’s Empowerment | NewsLiberia· 2025-04-22
World Bank Liberia Country Manager Georgia Wallen echoed the need for integration of both traditional and nontraditional financing methods.
ARREST Agenda Faces Critical Funding Challenges | BusinessLiberia· 2025-04-18Georgia Wallen is the World Bank Liberia Country Manager involved in the assessment tour.
Border Officials Praise Liberia’s Road Development | NewsLiberia· 2025-03-21
Georgia Wallen, the World Bank Country Manager for Liberia, stressed that without ambitious policy changes, Liberia risks remaining trapped in a cycle of low growth and heavy reliance on natural resource exports.
Next Five Years Critical for Liberia’s Economic Future | NewsLiberia· 2025-03-13