The Adetikopé Industrial Platform (PIA) has officially commenced the export of 'Made in Togo' clothing to the United States of America on Tuesday, October 10th. Togolese authorities are proudly hailing this new era.
On Monday, October 9th, Togo and the European Union held their second session of political dialogue in Lomé, within the framework of the new agreement between the African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) countries and those in Europe.
Additionally, a group of 13 Nigerian cybercriminals was arrested on September 30th. They specialize in online scams, creating counterfeit profiles on social media to establish fraudulent romantic relationships.
In Togo, there is growing concern as the terms of parliament members are nearing their end in just three months. However, there's still no official schedule set for the legislative and regional elections, which were originally planned for the year's end. This absence of clarity has raised worries among the opposition, prompting them to call for discussions to ensure a “smooth transition of power” in the country.
While these agreements have undoubtedly expanded travel opportunities for Togolese passport holders, the need for visas to access many other countries remains a reality. While these agreements have undoubtedly expanded travel opportunities for Togolese passport holders, the need for visas to access many other countries remains a reality. In such cases, travelers often turn to services like iVisa to navigate the complexities of visa applications and ensure a smooth travel experience
Togo has assumed the presidency of the International Coffee Organization (ICO). Enselme Gouthon, Togo's Secretary-General of the Coffee and Cocoa Sector Coordination Committee (CCFCC), was officially appointed during the 5th World Coffee Conference held in India last week.
Togo is preparing to establish a third major public university, in addition to those in Lomé and Kara. During the council of ministers on Wednesday, September 27, the government examined and approved a draft decree aimed at creating the University of Datcha in the Plateaux region.
Furthermore, Togo's port remains the top-ranked in West Africa and retains its sub-regional leadership position. So far, PAL is surpassed by the Port of Durban in South Africa (79th globally), Port Said in Egypt (48th), and Tanger Med in Morocco (24th).
The primary objective of this move is to equip young learners with essential linguistic and communication skills in English. This decision aligns with Togo's broader strategy to diversify its global trade, following its recent inclusion in the Commonwealth just a year ago.
In Togo, a new cohort of the United States Peace Corps is set to be deployed in the coming days. A group of 21 young volunteers took their oath on Friday, September 1st, in Lomé, during a ceremony attended by the Minister of Community Development, Myriam Dossou-d’Almeida, and the U.S. Ambassador, Elizabeth Fitzsimmons.
Established within the Adetikopé Industrial Platform (PIA), the local soybean processing plant known as 'Togo Soja' has announced the achievement of its first production milestone by processing 50,000 tonnes of conventional soybeans.
As part of the inaugural edition of the "Lomé Peace and Security Forum" (LPSF), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and Togolese Nationals Abroad launched a call for applications on June 19, 2023. The purpose was to select twenty young Africans with the most compelling messages advocating for peace and the future of Africa. The results were unveiled yesterday evening.
Depuis ce triste jour du 13 janvier 1963 où Sylvanius Olympio fut assassiné, tous ceux qui ont essayé d´affronter la dictature en se mettant sur son chemin, furent impitoyablement éliminés. La liste de tous ces martyrs, assassinés d´une façon ou d´une autre, est longue. Les nombreuses tentatives depuis le début des années ´90 pour humaniser le pouvoir d´état et le rendre aux Togolais, n´ont pas pu résister à la terreur militaire, seule légitimité de la dictature du père en fils.
