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ECOWAS Urges Restraint and Dialogue Amid Deadly Protests in Togo
teleSUR
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July 3, 2025
July 2, 2025 Hour: 8:02 pm The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has broken its silence on the escalating political crisis in Togo, issuing a statement late Monday calling for restraint and inclusive dialogue following a wave of...
A masterclass in transit at Lomé Airport
Blueprint Newspapers Limited
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July 2, 2025
On my way back to Nigeria from a validation meeting in Accra, Ghana, after days of intellectual engagement with scholars, renowned professors, democratic activists, and civil society organisations from West Africa sub region, I had an unexpected...
Togo’s Fan-favorite Pretzelrami Sandwich Returns — Bigger, Meltier & Better Than Ever
Franchise Opportunities
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By: TOGO'S Eateries, Inc. | 0 Shares 30 Reads July 01, 2025 // Franchising.com // CAMPBELL, Calif – TOGO'S Sandwiches is welcoming back a beloved menu item: the #71 Pretzelrami. Beginning June 30, fans can once again get their hands on this...
Togo: Rights groups report several killed in demonstrations
Deutsche Welle
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July 1, 2025
Several people were killed during anti-government demonstrations over the weekend in Togo's capital, Lome, according to civil society groups. The unrest comes as Togo's long-time leader, Faure Gnassingbe, is positioned to remain in power...
Togolese Banks Boost Loans to CFA286 Billion, Up 19% in Q1
Togo First
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(Togo First) - Banks in Togo sharply increased lending in the first quarter of 2025, signaling a resilient economy and stronger support for the private sector. Togolese banks issued CFA286 billion in new loans from January to March 2025, according...
NALAG President urges ECOWAS and AU to act on Togo crisis before it’s too late
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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July 2, 2025
By Jacob Aggrey As Ghana marked its first Republic National Thanksgiving Day on July 1, the President of the National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG), Hon. Alfred Asiedu Adjei, used the occasion to reflect on the country’s...
Togo’s Soybean Sector Targets 500,000 Tons Production by 2026
Togo First
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(Togo First) - Togo’s soybean industry plans to boost production to 500,000 tons for the 2025-2026 agricultural season, nearly doubling current output. The target was announced by the Interprofessional Council for the Soybean Sector of Togo...
Togo Tomato: A Flavorful, Heat-Loving Gem for Homes, a Profitable Pick for Farmers
Krishi Jagran
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June 30, 2025
Togo Tomato, a compact and high-yielding variety from West Africa, thrives in Indian home gardens with its rich flavor and container-friendly growth. (Image: AI Generated) Togo Tomato, a lesser-known but incredibly productive variety, originates...
‘Countdown’s Jonathan Togo Reacts to Drew’s Fate, Reveals What He Learned During the Read-Through
Clayton News Daily - Georgia
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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Countdown Season 1 Episode 4 “Bite ‘Em Down.”] The task force suffers a major loss in the Wednesday, July 2, episode of Countdown. Sadly, Damon Drew (Jonathan Togo) dies after being shot at the end...
AFRICA/TOGO - The Bishops: "disproportionate" violence
Fides
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July 2, 2025
Lomé (Agenzia Fides) - "We condemn in the strongest possible terms the unacceptable and disproportionate violence, regardless of its origin, perpetrators, or justification," the bishops of Togo issued a joint statement on last week's clashes,...
Togo cement sector commits to reduce CO₂ emissions by 2050
Global Cement
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Togo: Cement producers in Togo have committed to reduce CO₂ emissions by 2050 by lowering the clinker factor and increasing the use of alternative fuels. At a meeting in Lomé on 30 June 2025, manufacturers set out a roadmap that includes...
ECOWAS calls for restraint in violent protests in Togo
Africanews
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July 2, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has expressed concern about the current state of affairs in Togo. Protests against the regime of Faure Gnassingbé that involved a violent police response and saw at least 7 people...
NALAG President appeals to ECOWAS, AU to intervene in Togo’s crisis
Ghana News Agency
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July 2, 2025
By Albert Allotey Accra, July 02, GNA – Mr Alfred Asiedu Adjei, the President of the National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG) has called on ECOWAS and the African Union to act immediately to bring the political tension in Togo...
Togo unrest: ‘We can’t speak anymore,’ says resident
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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June 30, 2025
By Belinda Nketia A chilling firsthand account of political unrest in Togo was shared this morning on the GTV Breakfast Show, hosted by veteran broadcaster Kafui Dey on 30th June 2025. The interviewee, who is a resident in Togo and pseudonymously...
Togo’s Kara University Hospital Rehab 35% Complete After One Year
Togo First
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(Togo First) - In Togo, work continues on the rehabilitation of the Kara University Hospital (CHU Kara), with several projects underway. Last week, Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, Tchin Darré, visited the site to assess the progress of the...
Togo’s political crisis risks spilling over into West Africa – Security Analyst warns
Joy FM
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June 30, 2025
Since August, Togo's opposition has organised regular protests against demanding the departure of embattled President Faure Gnassingbe, whose family has ruled this west African nation for five decades. By MATTEO FRASCHINI KOFFI (AFP/File) Togo’s...
Togo Protests Leave Seven Dead, Say Civic Groups
News Central TV
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June 29, 2025
At least seven people have died and several others were injured during recent anti-government protests in Togo’s capital, Lomé, according to civic organisations speaking to the press on Sunday. Activist groups and human rights organisations have...
IMF completes second review of Togo’s ECF arrangement
Panapress
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July 1, 2025
01 july 2025 - 12:44:12 MA/AR 320 Views Panafrican News Agency Lomé, Togo (PANA) – The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the second review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement for Togo, enabling...
At least 3 people dead in Togo protests calling for leader’s resignation, Amnesty says
Associated Press
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July 1, 2025
DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — At least three people died during protests in Togo’s capital Lomé on June 26, 27 and 28, Amnesty International said Tuesday, as leader Faure Gnassingbé faces increasing pressure from critics over recent changes in the...
Togo groups say recent protests left 7 dead
eNCA
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At least seven people were killed and many others wounded during recent anti-government protests in the Togolese capital Lome, according to an initial count civic groups gave journalists Sunday. Campaigning groups and rights organisations...