Following his landslide victory in April’s presidential election, Gabon’s leader Brice Oligui Nguema has announced a new cabinet, prioritizing economic…
Author: David Benjamin
Togolese Government Issues Warning After Mass Fish Deaths in Lomé Basin
The Togolese government is urging caution following the recent discovery of a large number of dead fish in the Todman…
“D-CLIC, Train with the OIF” Program Graduates 244 Young Togolese with Digital Skills
The “D-CLIC, Train with the OIF” program in Togo, implemented by the CUBE incubator, concluded last week with a ceremony…
Ecobank Nominated for Multiple African Banker Awards
Ecobank, the pan-African banking group headquartered in Lomé, is a leading contender for the 2025 African Banker Awards, having received…
Congo and Rwanda Submit Draft Peace Proposal Amid Ongoing Conflict
Congo and Rwanda have submitted adraft peace proposal as part of a U.S.-led initiative to end fighting in eastern Congo…
Togo’s President Gains New Powers, Opposition Cries “Constitutional Coup”
Togo’s President Faure Gnassingbe has assumed the newly created and powerful role of President of the Council of Ministers, a…
Ugandan Opposition Activist Appears in Court After Disappearance
A Ugandan opposition activist who disappeared late last month appeared in court on Monday, limping and facing robbery charges. Opposition…
Togo Hosts “Africa Leads” Meeting on World Bank-Funded Projects
Lomé, Togo is hosting the “Africa Leads” meeting this week, bringing together stakeholders involved in projects financed by the World…
West African Development Bank Seeks Input on Future Strategy in Togo
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) is seeking to refine its strategic approach in Togo for the coming years. A…
China’s Eximbank is Togo’s Largest Commercial Creditor
According to Togo’s Ministry of Economy and Finance, Eximbank China held the largest share (36.46%) of the country’s commercial debt…