The Togolese government has allocated 31 billion CFA francs to address the energy crisis experienced in 2024 and early 2025, aiming to reduce the deficit and maintain a continuous electricity supply. This information was recently disclosed by the Ministry of Mines and Energy Resources.
The funds were specifically used to support the energy sector and limit the economic and social consequences of electricity shortages. Togo, along with other West African nations, faced energy supply disruptions for several months in 2024 and between February and April 2025, primarily due to maintenance on the West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPco) gas pipeline.
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To alleviate the crisis, Togolese authorities used liquid fuels to power thermal power plants and increased electricity imports, adding up to 35 megawatts to the national grid. These measures were financed through funds raised from financial partners, including the West African Development Bank (BOAD).
The Ministry of Energy stated that this financial effort occurred alongside investments aimed at achieving universal electricity coverage by 2030, with several projects currently in progress.
In March, Togo also secured 40 billion FCFA in financing from BOAD to cover urgent expenditures in the energy sector.
