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Founded: 1964

Size: 8,754 km².

Location: Bong County is in north-central Liberia.

Population: As of the 2022 census, about 467,502 people live there, making it the third-most populous county in Liberia.

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Overview

Geography

  • It borders Lofa and Gbarpolu Counties to the north, Montserrado and Margibi to the west, Grand Bassa to the south, and Nimba to the east.

  • The northeastern part of the county touches the Guinea border. A primary paved road runs through Bong, linking Monrovia to Nimba via Gbarnga.

Demographics & Ethnic Groups

  • Major ethnic groups in Bong include the Kpelle, Mandingo (largely Muslim), and the Mano.

  • The county has a mix of rural and urban communities, with subsistence agriculture being common.

Culture & Identity

  • Bong is sometimes called the “Heartbeat of Liberia” due to its central location and economic importance. (Maryland Sister States)

  • It has a mix of traditional and modern influences, as shown in its agriculture, mining, and educational institutions

Administration

  • The county is divided into 12 districts. Some of the districts include Suakoko, Jorquelleh, Salala, Zota, and others.

  • Suakoko District is notable: it hosts Cuttington University and Phebe Hospital, and many district residents are connected to these institutions.

Economy

Mining is a big part of the economy. Bong is rich in iron ore

  • the Bong Mine (also called Bong Town) is a major iron-ore site.

  • Other natural resources include gold, diamonds, timber.

Agriculture: The region grows rubber, cocoa, coffee, and staple foods like rice.

Tourism: There is potential for eco-tourism: Bong features natural attractions like the Kpatawee Waterfall and other rivers.

Education

Cuttington University is based in Suakoko.

Established 1889 (136 years ago)

Bong Technical College is also in the county

United Methodist University (UMU)

Established 1998 (27 years ago)

Health Facilities:

    • Phebe Hospital is a major health center in Bong.