AML Contractors Create Over 4,600 Jobs For Liberians In 2025

By Jamesetta D. Williams

MONROVIA–ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), through its contractor companies, created a total of 4,635 jobs for Liberians between January and October 2025, according to data obtained by an online media platform.

The employment opportunities were generated by 73 contractor companies working with AML across its mining operations, with a strong emphasis on hiring from fenceline communities surrounding the company’s concession areas.

Of the total workforce recruited during the period, 2,883 were skilled workers, including 1,558 individuals from fenceline communities. Meanwhile, 1,752 unskilled workers were employed, 1,229 of whom also came from fenceline communities, reflecting AML’s growing focus on local inclusion.

In October 2025 alone, AML contractors recruited 739 Liberians. This figure comprised 389 skilled workers, with 196 drawn from fenceline communities, and 350 unskilled workers, 290 of whom were residents of nearby communities.

Overall, the data indicate that 54 percent of skilled workers and approximately 70 percent of unskilled workers hired by AML contractors between January and October 2025 were from fenceline communities. The trend underscores the company’s commitment to prioritizing local employment while expanding its operations.

While giving preference to communities closest to its mining activities, AML emphasized that other qualified Liberians across the country remain eligible for employment, in line with national labor laws and regulations. The company has also encouraged residents of host communities to continue developing their skills in order to take advantage of available opportunities with AML and its contractors.

The prioritization of fenceline communities follows a mandate issued in January 2025 by ArcelorMittal Mining Vice President and CEO for Mining, Kleber Silva, after community concerns over employment exclusion were raised in 2024. Since the policy’s implementation, AML says it has contributed to a reduction in grievances related to non-inclusion.

Alphonso Toweh

Has been in the profession for over twenty years. He has worked for many international media outlets  including: West Africa Magazine, Africa Week Magazine, African Observer and  did occasional reporting for CNN, BBC World Service, Sunday Times, NPR, Radio Deutchewells, Radio Netherlands. He is the current correspondent for Reuters 
 He holds first  MA with honors in International  Relations and a  candidate for second master in International Peace studies and Conflict  Resolution from the University of Liberia.