Togo is preparing for a double election on April 20, with political parties gearing up for participation. Women are actively positioning themselves for these electoral events, indicating a potential increase in their participation.

In Togo, as in other parts of Africa, access to financing remains a significant obstacle for young entrepreneurs. To address this issue, two young tech enthusiasts have launched a crowdfunding solution called 'Fintou'.

In Togo, tilapia farming has been gaining momentum in recent years, with local initiatives and government support boosting the fish farming sector. Lofty Farm, a pioneering organic tilapia farm, plays a significant role in ensuring the country's self-sufficiency in fish production and promoting local consumption.

The 'Les Afropéennes' festival in Lomé, Togo, brings together music enthusiasts to celebrate cultural diversity, promote inclusion, and foster openness to the world, especially among the youth.

The Togolese government aims to achieve 60% health coverage by 2025 by extending health insurance to more social groups through Universal Health Insurance (AMU). The initiative, launched in early January, has received mixed reactions from the Togolese population.

Despite an economic context, initiatives are being created to bring joy to Togolese people during the end-of-year holidays, such as the gift fair, an annual event in Lomé.

Togo aims to boost its national economy by promoting local consumption, with producers and processors collaborating to create a dedicated space for Togolese products. This initiative seeks to enhance the competitiveness of local products against foreign competition, offering a diverse range of items from various regions of the country.

In Togo, technology and innovation are being harnessed to enhance agricultural productivity, food security, and nutrition. The country has established its first agricultural technology and innovation park in Davié, over 30 km north of Lomé. The park features spaces for experimenting with new crop varieties, which, once tested, can be introduced to farmers.

The legislative and regional elections in Togo, which have been postponed several times, are now scheduled to take place on April 13. The government announced the election timeline on Thursday evening.

Togo is preparing for legislative and regional elections by the end of the first quarter of 2024, with an additional 22 deputies to be elected. The opposition claims this is a power grab, arguing that the current National Assembly no longer has the mandate to legislate.

Young self-taught cartoonists in Togo are producing bold and creative works despite the scarcity of formal training opportunities in Africa for comics and animation production. These talented individuals are not only making a name for themselves but also aiming to prepare the next generation and position the continent on the international stage.

A significant market in Togo's capital was devastated by a fire that occurred overnight from Thursday to Friday. While there were no casualties, the entire market was destroyed, posing a severe setback for traders, especially with upcoming festivities. The government expressed its condolences and sympathy to the victims in an official statement.

Since Togo's admission to the Commonwealth on June 25, 2022, the country has been implementing initiatives to ensure that English is well mastered by all Togolese, both in writing and speaking. English has already been introduced at the primary level.

Togolese opposition leader Agbéyomé Kodjo passed away early Monday morning. A candidate in the 2020 presidential election against Faure Essozimna Gnassingbè, Kodjo had been in exile for three years and died without returning to Togo. The article includes reactions to his death.

Vététré is an ancient sport practiced in West Africa using a hard nut called vé. Togo is the first country to establish a federation for this sport, which promotes social cohesion and unity.

Hundreds of thousands of sea turtles die annually, caught in nets or hunted by poachers, threatening the species' survival. Essential for ecological balance, they clean corals and support biodiversity. In Togo, a community association advocates for sea turtle conservation through the 'Belitto' project along the coast.

In Togo, breaking is evolving into a structured and professional sport, driven by the Fédération Togolaise de Danse Sportive. Their initiative, 'Caravane du Breaking,' has identified young talents across Togo with the goal of participating in the Paris 2024 Olympics.

In Togo, the 'Négresses féministes' form a community of feminists advocating for the elimination of violence against women and girls. These activists work to deconstruct preconceived notions about the feminist movement and often face criticism, harassment, intimidation, and threats for their stance. The article highlights the efforts and challenges of this community, as reported by correspondent Amen Assignon in Lomé.

Togo's parliament has adopted a new Constitution, transitioning the country to a full parliamentary regime. The new system establishes a President of the Council, elected by the Assembly for six years, with full governing powers, while the President of the Republic, elected by the parliament, will hold only symbolic power. The opposition has criticized this move as a power grab.

The first edition of Maritima Africa Week was held in Togo's capital for three days, focusing on harnessing the significant potential of the maritime sector to enhance the blue economy in African states. The event aimed to unite efforts to boost this sector's contribution to the continent's economy.

The first SaVaRRI fair in Lomé aims to unlock the potential of research and innovation for inclusive and sustainable development. The three-day event in Togo's capital brings together key stakeholders from the research and innovation sectors in West Africa. The initiative, funded by the European Union and implemented by the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States, is considered innovative.

In Togo, sitting volleyball is gaining attention as a sport for people with disabilities. The Togolese Volleyball Federation, with support from CONFEJES, the conference of ministers of Youth and Sports of the Francophonie, has initiated the project. It is well-received and aims to be a factor for social inclusion and the valorization of disabled individuals.

After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the 'Made in Togo' fair has returned to Lomé, the Togolese capital. The fair brings together entrepreneurs from the country to promote local consumption as an important factor for economic and sustainable development.

Elom Kpelly, an entrepreneur from Togo, is passionate about coffee and aims to revolutionize the industry by producing organic coffee in various forms since his return to Africa in 2017. His startup focuses on processing 100% natural Togolese coffee.

Lomé, the capital of Togo, hosted key figures involved in the ongoing violent conflict in Sudan between the regular army and paramilitary forces. Togo aims to contribute to resolving the crisis.

The Great Sale in Lomé offers Togolese people the chance to make good deals while promoting recycling and reducing waste. This initiative aims to encourage sustainable practices during the summer holidays.

In Togo, nearly 300 private 'clandestine' schools have been ordered by the Ministry of Primary, Secondary Education and Handicrafts not to open for the upcoming school year. The measure aims to ensure that private school promoters comply with standards.

Emomé Art, a unique festival held in the streets of Lomé since 2016, aims to promote plastic arts, particularly performance art, which is relatively unknown in Togo. The festival is organized by the association Cascad Togo Culture et Tourisme.

On International Albinism Awareness Day, the National Association of Albinos of Togo has found a solution to the challenge of skin cancer caused by unprotected exposure to the sun for people with albinism. They are locally producing their own sunscreen and providing it for free to their members, addressing the issue of high costs and limited accessibility of such products in Africa.

The Togolese capital will host the ninth Pan-African Congress next year, with preparations already underway for this significant continental event aimed at revitalizing Pan-Africanism and reassessing Africa's role on the global stage.

The 'Meet up Togo' conference aims to inspire and encourage African entrepreneurs to embrace local opportunities and contribute to the continent's development. The event, held in Lomé, serves as a platform for development actors, citizens, and interested parties to exchange ideas, inspire, and debate.

The capital of Togo, Lomé, hosted the first ministerial conference of the African Political Alliance, a continental platform aimed at amplifying Africa's voice on the international stage. This new dynamic is driven by Togo.

The Fesma, or 'la marmite' festival, is a Togolese initiative that celebrates African culinary expertise, flavors, and traditions, paying homage to the richness of African cuisine.

In Togo, voters are preparing for legislative and regional elections aimed at completing the decentralization process that began years ago, highlighted by the local elections held in June 2019.

The article highlights the efforts of an association in Lomé dedicated to the reintegration of street children. It coincides with the International Day for Street Children, emphasizing the plight of children disconnected from their families and living in precarious conditions.

Press freedom in Togo is under scrutiny after two Togolese journalists were sentenced to prison for contempt of authority during a YouTube broadcast. The journalists have since been forced into exile after fleeing Togo, raising new concerns about press freedom in the country.

The 'Digital Togo' program aims to leverage digital technology for social inclusion, initiated by a women's rights activist committed to the social and economic empowerment of grassroots women.

The 'Unchained Festival' takes place in Agbodrafo, a town located about thirty kilometers east of Lomé, the capital of Togo. Known as part of the Slave Coast, Agbodrafo is rich in history, which the festival aims to highlight.

The Togolese government has announced an operation to unclog the streets of Lomé to ensure public safety and enhance the urban landscape. The project involves cleaning up commercial areas, including shops, kiosks, stalls, and advertising boards.

The 'Ghetto Project' initiated in Lome, Togo, in 2021, aims to assist impoverished youth in escaping poverty, securing employment, and avoiding drug use. The project's progress is being reported on.

In Togo, the 'Ghettos' project, launched in 2021 by the Commune Golfe 1, aims to help young people leave ghettos and stop drug use, particularly in the capital, Lomé. The program focuses on the reintegration of young drug addicts into society, highlighting its positive impact on youth rehabilitation.

In Togo, there is widespread dismay following the recent publication of an audit report on the management of the Covid-19 response and solidarity fund. The report, produced by the Cour des Comptes and commissioned by the government, highlights significant irregularities.