River Cess County is one of Liberia’s 15 counties. Cestos City is the county seat. The 2022 Liberia Population and Housing Census recorded 90,819 residents, representing approximately 1.7% of Liberia’s population.
County facts
- County seat: Cestos City
- Population: 90,819 (2022 census)
- Share of national population: 1.7%
- Administrative leadership: County superintendent appointed by the President
Current superintendent
Hon. Byron W. Zahnwea
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai nominated Byron W. Zahnwea as Superintendent of River Cess County in 2024.
County administration
The superintendent coordinates county administration and works with district, city and local authorities. The 2022 census lists these administrative areas: Doedain, Fen River, Norwein, Central Rivercess, Beawor, Sam Gbalor, Jo River and Zarflahn.
County sports
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