Cash Quote by Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
“In Liberia, our main obstacle is infrastructure: the lights, the water, the roads. Companies can't operate without those things. And even though we have commitments from our partners, it takes time to turn commitments into cash.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Development Forum, 2015
Infrastructure—electricity, water, roads—is essential for business; without it, commitments cannot become cash flow.
In simple terms: Businesses need basic services to operate.
Key Takeaway
Invest in infrastructure first.
Themes
development
economics
policy
Mood
pragmatic
concerned
Type
policy
motivational
When to use this quote
- government planning
- business strategy
- NGO projects
Key Concepts
public‑private partnership
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives can speed infrastructure projects?
- How can communities sustain them?
A Different Perspective
Funding and political will often lag behind needs.
