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Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley officially took over as head of the Constitutional Court on Sunday, April 28, following his appointment by presidential decree. The handover, overseen by Minister of Human Rights Pacôme Adjourouvi, marks a significant step in the country's institutional continuity.
The seat was occupied by Kouami Amados-Djoko, who served as acting president after the passing of the...
Togo’s land borders are closed today. The country holds its legislative and regional elections.
The Minister of Territorial Administration, Hodabalo Awaté, and Minister of Security and Civil Protection, Calixte Madjoulba announced the decision. The closure is to ensure security and a smooth electoral process.
In a joint statement, the officials urge border users and the public to cooperate...
Togo holds today its regional and legislative elections. Over 4.2 million people are voting to appoint 113 deputies (out of 2,352 candidates) and 179 regional councilors.
The campaign took place from April 13 to 27. It was peaceful, despite various security concerns, in the North especially.
The government financially supported involved political parties with FCFA650 million,...
A meeting occurred on Wednesday, April 24, between the Togolese government and a delegation from the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), led by its Vice President. The primary aim was to explore cooperation opportunities between Togo and the Commonwealth.
Guided by Togolese Prime Minister Victoire Tomegah-Dogbe, the session facilitated idea exchange and strategy development,...
Togo's government seeks to train 500 young people and women in energy-related professions under the Tutudo program. Steered by the Ministry of Energy, the program focuses on public lighting and solar solutions. The total cost of the project is CFA2 billion.
Tutudo targets individuals aged 18 to 35, with priority given to women. The 6-month program includes one week of theory per month and three...
In 2024, Togo will launch a chemoprevention campaign against malaria in the Plateaux region, as part of the Ministry of Health's fight against the disease.
The news was disclosed today (World Malaria Day) by Dr. Obou Tina ATCHA, Coordinator of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP). "This year 2024, we will go down to the Plateaux region. We will visit every household," said ATCHA, in...
Lomé is hosting a regional meeting on Integrated Logistics Support (SLI) operations. Led by the Agency for Aerial Navigation Safety in Africa and Madagascar (ASECNA), the meeting prioritizes airport safety, particularly rescue and firefighting. It began on April 22 and will end on April 26.
The meeting’s participants receive training on new intervention strategies. They also...
The University of Lomé hosts the second edition of Innovation Crunch Time, an event fostering technological innovation. The meeting is organized by Ecole Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL), in partnership with the University of Technology of Belfort Montbéliard.
Innovation Crunch Time bridges the gap between businesses and the EPL, enabling students to tackle real-world problems. This year,...
The ExpandPF project, backed by the Togolese Association for Family Welfare (ATBEF) and the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), has initiated an assessment of healthcare facilities in the Kloto, Haho, and Est-Mono districts of Togo. The project's goal is to support these facilities in reproductive health better.
A data collection mission recently took place from April 15th to...
Togo's Blitta Savings and Credit Cooperative (COOPEC-Blitta) has announced a balanced balance sheet for the 2023 fiscal year, totaling CFA1.329 billion, with a net surplus of 17.5 million, as reported by the Togolese Press Agency (ATOP). This represents a 12% increase in the total balance sheet, rising from 1.18 billion FCFA in 2022, and a 26% surge in financial surplus, up from 13.8 million FCFA...
The Togo National Social Security Fund (CNSS) announces a life check operation starting from May 2nd to June 30th, 2024.
This online operation will collect biometric data of beneficiaries living in Togo and abroad through the Biosecu app on the CNSS electronic portal or via a dedicated link.
It covers all pensioners and annuitants regularly paid until the end of April 2024, ensuring...
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé recently attended a high-level meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, focusing on combating terrorism across Africa. The gathering, themed "Strengthening Cooperation and Regional Institutions to Address the Evolving Threat of Terrorism in Africa," convened African leaders to discuss the issues posed by terrorism and explore innovative strategies to fight it.
During the...
The Togolese branch of the ECOWAS Committee for the Management of Health Program Funds officially launched operations on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024. The inaugural meeting, held in Lome, outlined its mission and plans for the year.
This committee, mirrored across other ECOWAS member states, is primarily tasked with guiding, coordinating, and aiding in achieving the goals of projects and programs...
Togolese owners of secondary residences will now be required to pay property tax, the revenue office, OTR, recently reminded in a note seen by TogoFirst. This change, effective since January 1st, 2024, aims to strengthen tax collection and improve the management of financial resources for Togo's development.
Previously, secondary homes – those not considered a person's primary residence –...
The Constitutional Court of Togo welcomed two new members, Payadowa Boukpessi and Kwame Meyisso, on Saturday, April 20. They were sworn in during a ceremony attended by President Faure Gnassingbé.
"You will be joining the distinguished members of the Constitutional Court at a crucial time in our nation's life, where our country is making major choices that are decisive for the future of...
After a second reading, the Togolese Assembly approved a new Constitution on April 19, 2024. The vote was decisive, with 87 members backing the proposal, surpassing the required four-fifths majority.
This transition from the Fourth to the Fifth Republic marks a pivotal moment in Togo's political landscape. The initial draft of the new Constitution sparked intense debates nationwide, prompting...