Togo Opposition Condemns APF Conference, Alleges Democratic Facade Amid Political Tensions
On April 7, 2026, opposition groups in Togo criticized the hosting of the 17th Conference of Speakers of Parliaments and Sections of the African Region […]
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Togo Hosts UK-West and Central Francophone Africa Economic Forum, Calls for Stronger Partnerships
On Wednesday, 12 November 2025, Togo’s President Faure Gnassingbé officially opened the fourth edition of the United Kingdom-West and Central Francophone Africa Economic Forum (UK-WCAF […]
At Least Seven Killed in Rare Anti-Government Protests in Togo
At least seven people have reportedly died and several others injured during anti-government protests in Togo’s capital, Lomé, according to civic and human rights groups. […]
Tensions mount in Togo as protesters demand longtime leader’s resignation
Security forces fired tear gas and arrested demonstrators in Togo’s capital Thursday and Friday (26-27 June) as hundreds took to the streets demanding the resignation […]
Protests Erupt in Togo Over Constitutional Changes Amid Fears of Indefinite Rule
Violent clashes broke out in Togo’s capital, Lomé, on Thursday, June 26, as protesters confronted security forces over recent constitutional changes that critics say could […]
Togo Braces for New Wave of Protests Amid Rising Discontent Over Constitutional Reforms
Fresh calls for street protests have emerged in Togo, as youth-led movements and online activists rally the public for three days (June 26 to 28) […]
Togo suspends two French broadcasters for 3 months amid rising political tensions
Togo has suspended French state-funded broadcasters RFI and France 24 for three months, accusing them of spreading biased and inaccurate reporting that threatens national stability. […]
Togo: 65 Protesters Freed as Authorities Maintain Detentions
In a statement broadcast on State television, Public prosecutor of Lomé announced on June 9 the release of 56 individuals arrested during public demonstrations in […]
Togo: Faure Gnassingbé Inaugurated as Premier Amidst Storm over Contested Political Overhaul
Togo has entered a new political epoch this weekend as President Faure Gnassingbé was formally sworn in as Chairman of the Council of Ministers — […]
AU Mediation in Eastern DRC Conflict Initiated by Faure Gnassingbé During Kinshasa Visit
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé, recently appointed as the African Union’s mediator in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has launched his peace mission […]