LWSC Announces Crackdown on Non-Compliant Water Operators

MONROVIA, LIBERIA: The Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC) has disclosed that it will begin initiating lawsuits against defiant commercial water companies to ensure compliance with lawful taxes.

The LWSC says the decision is grounded in provisions of the Amended Water and Sewer Act of 2017, which grants its Board the authority to set tariffs for commercial water operations.

According to the corporation, the persistent non-compliance with financial obligations by some mineral water factories and companies has significantly hampered its ability to effectively execute other responsibilities.

The Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation says the situation is undermining service delivery and regulatory oversight within the water sector, emphasizing that tougher measures have to be taken to ensure compliance.

"The LWSC retains the corporate authority to pursue claims, enforce its rights, and defend itself in legal disputes when necessary", the Corporation's statement read.

In light of the LWSC's enforcement, the Board has announced that legal practitioners will be engaged to guard the Corporation in court. According to the entity, the forthcoming enforcement exercise will cut across the country.

The move signals a firm stance by Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation to recover lawful revenue and ensure regulatory compliance in the water sector.