AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTogo–Benin Heritage Protection: Togo and Benin have launched a new climate-risk assessment for the Koutammakou cultural landscape, mapping threats to the Batammariba earthen sikien homes and pushing for stronger cross-border conservation and a joint management plan. Sports & Culture in Lomé: Lomé hosted the first Ready for Labour and Defence (GTO) sports competitions to mark Physical Culture Day, with chess, football, cycling, karate and judo, plus fitness challenges like push-ups and sprints. Asogli Teza in Ho: Asogli State will kick off the 2026 Yam Festival (Asogli Teza) in Ho on August 12, running to October 4 with events ranging from youth entrepreneurship and marathons to anti-corruption forums and a grand durbar. Gospel Crusade: Togolese evangelist Paul Dodji is set for a three-day gospel crusade in Malawi (Aug 14–16), featuring preaching, healings and deliverance sessions. Tourism Leadership: Benin’s Dine Bouraima has been named Co-Chair of the African Travel Commission, a move that could boost Benin–Nigeria cross-border tourism momentum. Arts & Design Spotlight: A profile on Ligne Roset’s iconic Togo sofa tackles the rise of “dupe” culture and how design brands protect their work.
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