Search
Page : 98 - Results of 1553 to 1568 from 6920 Results
The Ministry of Technical Education and Vocational Training in Togo launched an entrepreneurship training program for 50 talented young people this week. The training is part of the 3rd edition of the Technical Education and Vocational Training (ETFP) week, which took place last February.
The program was initiated on September 10 in Lomé by Minister Issac Tchiakpé. It aims to equip these young...
In Togo, alcohol is the most consumed substance, followed by cannabis, according to a recent report from the West African Epidemiology Network on Drug Use (WENDU). The report shows that alcohol accounts for 43% of substance use cases, while cannabis makes up 26%, and medical opioids represent 19%. This study is based on seizure data from 11 West African countries.
The report highlights that most...
The Togolese winners from the third edition of the Togo Digital Awards (TDA) are in Lagos, for an immersion trip. Until September 14, they will visit various tech hubs in the Nigeria metropolis.
The trip, organized with the support of the Ministry of Digital Economy and Transformation (through the Togo Digital Agency) and German cooperation GIZ Togo, aims to enhance the skills and networks of...
ARISE IIP, which develops industrial platforms in Africa, including the Plateforme Industrielle d'Adétikopé (PIA) in Togo, has been nominated for the "Business Transformation" category at the 2024 Reuters Sustainability Awards.
According to the organizers, ARISE IIP is positioned as a pioneer of sustainable industrial ecosystems in Africa, collaborating with governments, investors, local...
Undergraduates from the Universities of Lomé and Kara can transfer from one school to another, starting in the 2024-2025 academic year. The universities signed an agreement in this framework last month.
Under this arrangement, students enrolled in a bachelor's program can continue their studies at the partner university after completing all required courses for the first two semesters. However,...
Lomé currently hosts a workshop on World Trade Organization (WTO) Trade Policy. The session was launched on September 9, by Kossivi Hounakey, Togo’s Minister Delegate of Trade. The training, also held last year, will last eight weeks.
This program targets officials from trade ministries in French-speaking Africa and covers key WTO principles. Topics will include multilateral trade agreements,...
Lomé currently hosts a workshop on World Trade Organization (WTO) Trade Policy. The session was launched on September 9, by Kossivi Hounakey, Togo’s Minister Delegate of Trade. The training, also held last year, will last eight weeks.
This program targets officials from trade ministries in French-speaking Africa and covers key WTO principles. Topics will include multilateral trade agreements,...
Togo’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI-Togo) and China’s Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronics Products (CCCME) are now partners. The two chambers signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to this end last in Beijing, during the 9th China-Africa Summit.
The MoU aims to bolster relations between Togolese and Chinese businesses, amidst recovery from...
Togo and Huawei are stepping up their cooperation on the ICT front. The two partners signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) last week in Beijing, during the 9th China-Africa Forum (FOCAC 2024). The document was signed by the Togolese Minister of Trade and Industry.
The MoU aims to improve Togo's digital infrastructure and create new economic opportunities. Huawei, a global leader in...
Togo has officially joined the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on September 4, on the sidelines of the 9th China-Africa Economic Forum (FOCAC 2024) in China. President Faure Gnassingbé chaired the related signing ceremony, alongside AIIB CEO HU Kun.
Now that it is an AIIB member, Togo should have greater access to financing for major infrastructure projects across various sectors,...
Togo already raised more on the West African securities market (WAMU Securities) than it eyed for the full year. With its latest issue on the market, carried out on September 6, Lomé has reached CFA621.4 billion since January. Togo’s goal for the year was CFA607 billion.
In detail, Lomé retained CFA28.3 billion out of CFA30.3 billion offered by 18 investors. The treasury, however, sought to...
Togo has engaged in discussions with the Chinese defense sector during the FOCAC in China, aiming to enhance military cooperation between the two countries. On September 4, 2024, Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé met with Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun in Beijing. They talked about strengthening Togo's military capabilities and developing road infrastructure.
China is ready to provide its...
The Togolese Ministry of Labor recruits new competent teachers to bolster the education sector. On September 5, 2024, the ministry announced a national contest to recruit 4,386 state teachers.
Applications will be accepted from September 9 to November 7, 2024, at regional education departments and regional technical education and vocational training inspectorates. Applicants, Togolese men and...
A fire broke out at the Port of Lomé on September 5, damaging three coasters, one of which sank. The incident occurred around 9 a.m. in the area where small coasters and tugs are usually parked.
In response, the Port Authority announced plans to increase safety measures. Regular inspections and checks will be conducted to ensure fire-fighting equipment is operational. Economic operators at the...
Togo’s non-tax revenues rose to CFA12.38 billion in Q1 2024, up from CFA4.90 billion in Q1 2023 (+152.65%). The Lomé airport significantly contributed to the boom.
Recent data from the Budget and Finance Department shows that the airport paid the Treasury CFA5 billion in fees for rehabilitation works, twice the sum the State expected. The fees made up 40% of non-tax...
Togolese earned CFA422 billion from exports throughout the first half of the year. According to the country’s Institute of Statistics (INSEED), the figure is down 0.9% year-on-year (CFA426 billion.
During the six months ended in June 2024, export revenues were the highest in March, standing at CFA81.3 billion. They stood at CFA63.8 billion and CFA64.6 billion in January and February,...