Togo: Revisiting The 60-Year Ongoing Struggles of Togolese, M66 – The New Breed
I wholeheartedly believe that misaligned international diplomacy plays a significant role in the ongoing challenges faced by the Togolese people.…
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Hunger strike by Togo detainees swells to 39, rights group warns
Concern is growing in Togo as a hunger strike by political detainees at Lomé Civil Prison has expanded to 39…
UN expert Mary Lawlor raises alarm over health of political prisoners in Togo
UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders, Mary Lawlor, has sounded a new alarm over the deteriorating…
Togo: 27 political prisoners appeal to the world through hunger strike
At least 27 political detainees held in Lomé’s civil prison have launched an indefinite hunger strike to protest what they…
Togo’s prosecutor warns against online “abuses” as citizens decry intimidation
The Togolese government has sparked fresh controversy after the country’s public prosecutor, Talaka Mawama, warned against what he described as…
Togo: UN Rapporteur raises alarm over hunger strike of political prisoner
UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders, Mary Lawlor, has expressed deep concern over the case of…
Togo – Civil society backs M66 call for August 30 mass protest
Several civil society and human rights organizations, including Front Citoyen Togo Debout and Novation Internationale, announced on Tuesday in Lomé…
Togo: Civil society plans new protest in memory of June victims
In a renewed effort to demand justice and honor those killed during the June 2025 protests, several civil society organizations…
Bullet wounds contradict government’s drowning claim during protests in Togo
As outrage continues over the violent repression of recent protests in Togo, several testimonies collected by Amnesty International reveal a…
Togo: Catholic Bishops denounce ‘culture of lies’ as government links protest deaths to drowning
In the wake of violent crackdowns on protests in Togo, the country’s Catholic bishops have issued a powerful statement condemning…
Tensions flare in Togo amid protest bans and media restrictions
Clashes erupted Thursday between demonstrators and security forces in several neighborhoods of the Togolese capital, as tensions continue to mount…
Amnesty International urges investigation into torture allegations in Togo
Amnesty International has called on Togolese authorities to investigate allegations of torture and ill-treatment against protesters arrested during early June…
Panafricanism or political facade? Controversial MANSSAH summit faces boycott calls in Togo
As Lomé prepares to host the high-profile MANSSAH Conference from June 26 to 28, a rising wave of public dissent…
Togo: 56 released after protests, organizers call for new demonstrations
Togolese authorities have released 56 individuals arrested during protests on June 6 in Lomé. The demonstrations, driven by frustration over…
Togo’s youth protest as power tightens under Gnassingbé’s rule
Outrage is growing in Togo as youth-led protests intensify following the arrest of popular rapper Aamron and reports of abuses…
“No parties this time”: Togolese youth to lead their own revolt on June 6
A powerful wave of discontent is building in Togo as the country approaches June 6, a date now set by…
Togo suspends mineral exploration licenses for legal overhaul
In a move to modernize its legal framework on natural resources, Togo has temporarily suspended the issuance of all new…
Electricity tariffs surge in Togo amid soaring living costs
A recent increase in electricity tariffs in Togo — up to 30% — has sparked outrage from the Association Togolaise…
Togo gets a new President, but Faure Gnassingbé retains real power
Togo has officially inaugurated a new President of the Republic. On Saturday, May 3, 2025, Jean-Lucien Kwassi Lanyo Savi de…
Togo’s 65th Independence anniversary sparks resistance movement
On what should have been a day of celebration marking Togo’s 65th independence anniversary, opposition political parties and civil society…
The UN backs Togolese president’s mediation role despite internal criticism
Two weeks after being appointed by the African Union as mediator in the ongoing crisis between Rwanda and the Democratic…
Video-Togolese student tricked into fighting for Russia speaks out from Ukrainian captivity
A recent video interview is gaining attention on social media, revealing the ordeal of Dosseh Koulekpato, a 27-year-old Togolese student…
Togo’s ANC condemns AU’s consideration of Faure Gnassingbé as mediator in DR Congo-Rwanda crisis
Togo’s main opposition party, the Alliance Nationale pour le Changement (ANC), has strongly condemned the possible appointment of President Faure…
Togolese press union decries journalist’s “manhandling” during electoral coverage
The Patronat de la Presse Togolaise (PPT), the national press union of Togo, has strongly condemned the police’s forceful arrest…
Togolese opposition and movements react to EU Resolution on Human Rights and Freedoms
On April 3, 2025, the Freedom Togo-Mouvement de Libération Nationale (Freedom Togo-MLN) expressed its satisfaction following the European Parliament’s adoption…
Fake website scam targets Togolese worldwide
Togo’s National Cybersecurity Agency (ANCy) has issued an urgent warning about a fraudulent website, www.nda-gov.org, linked to a fake entity…
Togo : Opposition and Civil Society Demand Political Transition
Tensions are mounting in Togo as twelve political parties and civil society organizations jointly denounce the recent constitutional reform establishing…
Togo’s president appoints senators amid political controversy
President Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé has officially appointed 20 new senators (10 men and 10 women), in accordance with a new…
Court sent Togolese activist “Affectio” back to jail pending final ruling
Togolese activist Honoré Sitsopé Sokpor, widely known by his pseudonym “Affectio”, was sent back to prison on Wednesday following a…
Togo’s Ruling Party Dominates in the Controversial Senate Elections
The ruling party in Togo, the Union for the Republic (UNIR), has won a sweeping majority in the country’s first-ever…
Togo’s Senate Elections: A Milestone in Democracy or a Step Back?
Togo is holding its first-ever senatorial elections this Saturday, February 15, 2025, a landmark event under the country’s new parliamentary…
Togolese political prisoner Karrou Wawim dies after six years in detention without trial
Karrou Wawim, a Togolese opposition figure detained since December 2018, has died after a prolonged illness, multiple sources confirmed over…
Togo’s FM Robert Dussey criticizes international media’s portrayal of Africa
At the Berlin symposium marking the 140th anniversary of the Berlin Conference on Africa, Togolese Foreign Minister Robert Dussey emphasized…
Egypt seeks Togo’s support for Vice-Presidency of AU Commission
As Egypt campaigns for the vice-presidency of the African Union (AU) Commission, President Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi has called on Togo’s…
Togo – Voices of protest emerge after arrest of a cyberactivist
The arrest of Togolese cyberactivist Sitsopé Sokpor, known online as “Affectio,” on January 12, 2025, has sparked various reactions from…
Togo teams up with U.S. firm to revolutionize electricity production
On Monday, the Togolese government signed a landmark agreement with U.S.-based Nano Nuclear Energy to bolster electricity production in the…
US – Togolese delegation to visit Bowie State University for new partnership
As part of International Education Week, Bowie State University will host an event on November 21, 2024, celebrating the establishment…
Freedom Togo-MLN to hold 1st political event this Saturday
The Freedom Togo-National Liberation Movement (Freedom Togo-MLN), a political movement formed in July 2024, is set to hold its first…
Togolese authorities urged to lift three-month ban on Tampa Express
In a statement released on Thursday, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) called on Togolese authorities to reverse their recent…
Togo becomes member of African Legislative Assemblies Presidents’ Conference
Togo has officially joined the Conference of Speakers and Presidents of African Legislative Assemblies (COSPAL), a move aimed at boosting…
List of Togolese and Beninese Universities now recognized in Nigeria
After a prolonged suspension, Nigerian authorities have lifted restrictions on higher education degrees awarded in Togo. The Nigerian Federal Government has announced that eight universities—three in Togo and five in Benin—are now officially accredited to issue degrees to Nigerian students.
Togo’s Université de Lomé and Washington Institute to collaborate
The Université de Lomé (UL) and the Washington International Management Institute (WIMI) are on the verge of establishing a partnership. On August 20, 2024, discussions between Adama Kpodar, President of UL, and Bruno Mukendi, founder of WIMI, laid the groundwork for this collaboration.
Togo unveils new government to lead transition to parliamentary system
On August 20, 2024, Togo marked a significant political milestone with the announcement of its new government, following the controversial constitutional amendment ratified on May 6 of this year
Togo strengthens surveillance at entry points to combat Mpox threat
Togo has heightened its alert against Mpox, also known as Monkeypox, in response to the growing global outbreak. On Thursday, August 15, the Ministry of Health announced enhanced epidemiological surveillance across the country, particularly at entry points, without giving further details.
Togo sees growing opposition to new Constitution
The capital city of Togo is witnessing a surge in efforts to reject the newly established constitution initiated by the ruling party, despite the government’s systematic prohibition of many protests
Journalist Ferdinand Ayité faces news allegations from Togo
The Togolese authorities have reportedly leveled serious accusations against investigative journalist Ferdinand Ayité and Commander Olivier Amah, both currently exiled in France. They are alleged to be involved in a conspiracy against state security and acts of terrorism.
Togo’s President retains Prime Minister amidst constitutional changes
The Togolese head of State, Faure Gnassingbé has confirmed Victoire Sidemeho Tomegah-Dogbé will continue as Prime Minister, with a new government set to be formed shortly, as per a newly adopted constitution. This announcement on Thursday from the presidency comes amidst heightened tensions within the country.
Nigeria opens new Embassy in Togo
A new Nigerian Embassy was inaugurated earlier this week in Lomé, Togo. The Nigerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, who represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emphasized the significance of strengthening cooperation between the two West African nations.
Togo’s opposition leaders present democracy concerns to Commonwealth
“These concerns indicate that Togo does not respect the fundamental values of the Commonwealth,” added Ms. Adjamagbo-Johnson.
Togo reports dengue fever cases: new threat in West Africa
Minister Moustafa Mijiyawa emphasized the importance of community involvement in controlling the spread of the disease, stating, “If you suspect you have dengue, report to the nearest health facility for prompt and proper care.”
Four civilians killed in a terrorist attack in northern Togo
On the night of Thursday, June 21, 2024, the village of Bamone, located in the Namoudjoga district of northern Togo, witnessed a violent attack attributed to suspected terrorists, according to reports by L’Alternative
Togo lifts suspension on foreign media accreditation
This decision followed the arrest and expulsion of a French journalist, who was accused by Togolese authorities of illegally crossing the border and acting as an activist.