AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLocal Commerce: Sokodé hosts the regional edition of the “Made in Togo” fair (May 26–28), spotlighting crafts, textiles, gastronomy, agri-food, natural cosmetics and tech, with organizers aiming to boost local sales and partnerships beyond Lomé. Digital Sovereignty: Togo’s SIN and ST DIGITAL sign a deal to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, promising more secure local hosting, AI and cloud support for businesses, and training to grow local expertise. Sports (Youth Football): Togo’s U-17 women’s rivals, Ghana’s “Black Maidens,” qualify for the final round after a dominant run that included an 8-0 aggregate win over Togo; they now face Senegal in July. Press Freedom: Afrobarometer reports that while many Africans back media freedom, perceived freedom of speech is shrinking, with Togo among the lowest for “completely” free expression. Arts & Culture (Architecture): The Pan-African Biennale announces participants for its inaugural 2026 edition in Nairobi (Sept 7–11), focusing on African spatial practices. Energy & Policy (Togo): An op-ed warns Togo’s fuel price subsidy is being stretched as Brent stays high, raising the question of how long support can last.
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