VOICED : Tide turns for Liberias secret surf spot

Robertsport, near Liberia's border with Sierra Leone, is emerging as a top surf destination in Africa. Despite its past civil war, the area is seeing cautious optimism with niche tourism, particularly surfing. Challenges include difficult access and limited infrastructure, but locals hope tourism will help overcome poverty and past hardships.

What makes Robertsport an attractive surfing destination?

• Untouched golden sands and perfect waves

• The presence of a large surfing community

• Its proximity to Monrovia

• Advanced tourist infrastructure

What is a significant challenge for tourism development in Robertsport?

• Too many surf schools

• Overcrowded beaches

• Expensive flights and difficult access

• Lack of interest in surfing

How is Liberia's past affecting its current tourism potential?

• The country is known for its luxury resorts

• The civil war has left a lasting negative image

• There is a strong international marketing campaign

• The war has boosted tourism interest

What unique experience does Robertsport offer to surfers?

• High-tech surfing equipment rentals

• A rare opportunity to share waves with others

• A chance to surf alone without sharing waves

• Crowded beaches with many surfers

What is the local community's hope for the future of Robertsport?

• To focus solely on fishing

• To maintain its status as a secret spot

• To develop a large industrial area

• To use tourism to overcome poverty and past challenges