[Liberian Observer] The recent licensing fees announced by the Liberia Tourism Authority have sparked debate, and rightly so. According to an April 7, 2026, press release, musicians, actors, and dancers are expected to pay US$25 annually, while content creators will pay US$50. The policy also sets fees of US$200 for restaurants without bars and fast-food shops, US$150 for barbershops and salons, depending on classification, and between US$100 and US$150 for tailor shops based on the number of machines.
