Port cargo clearance delays causing supply chain bottlenecks and revenue loss

Importers and exporters in West Africa face severe delays clearing cargo through Monrovia Port, with congestion causing goods to sit idle, increasing storage costs, and disrupting delivery timelines. Current port operations lack coordination between terminals, customs, and logistics providers, forcing businesses to absorb demurrage fees and miss market windows. Even when terminal operators attempt improvements, fragmented processes and lack of joint action prevent meaningful speed improvements.