The University of Lomé (UL) in Togo is potentially set to host a business language center and a business school, initiatives designed to strengthen the connection between university education and the private sector. These projects, spearheaded by the Togolese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIT), were discussed on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, between UL President Adama Kpodar and CCIT President José Syménouh.
The Chamber of Commerce aims to better align university-acquired skills with the needs of the job market through the creation of these two institutions, particularly in the context of national economic transformation and increasing international engagement. The business language center will offer foreign language training, specifically in English and Chinese, for economic operators, students, and young professionals.
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These courses will have direct applications in areas such as trade, negotiation, international cooperation, and business relations. The goal is to equip local economic players, facilitating their integration into international trade and strengthening their competitiveness in a globalized environment.
The business school will offer programs focused on practical skills and innovation. Planned courses will cover management, finance, international trade, and digital transformation, and will include internships and professional immersion programs. The project’s promoters aim to train a new generation of entrepreneurs and executives with the operational skills necessary to support the economic changes underway in Togo.
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the University of Lomé and the Chamber of Commerce is expected to be signed soon. Officials from both institutions believe this will mark a significant step in the reform of higher education in Togo. The partnership reaffirms their commitment to contributing to an economy based on knowledge, innovation, and skills.
