AGP Executive Report

Nuclear & Radiation Safety: Health officials from nine African countries, including Togo, met in Nairobi to strengthen rules for safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare, with the IAEA backing a new regional action plan. Electricity Access: The World Bank says its West Africa power programme has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people and built 4,000+ km of transmission lines across 15 countries, pushing cross-border power trade and better utility finances. Right to Information: Transparency International launched a new study on how RTI laws are working in Liberia, Ghana, Togo and Sierra Leone—praising legal frameworks but flagging real-world access gaps for citizens and media. EV Infrastructure Boost: Spiro secured $215M in equity to scale battery-swapping and EV energy infrastructure across markets including Togo, aiming to cut rider costs and speed up clean transport rollout. Climate Adaptation Finance: GEF approved new LDCF/SCCF projects worth $67M+ for vulnerable countries including Togo, targeting flood/coastal risks, food and water security, and disaster preparedness. Local Tech & Energy Events: Lomé’s Fest’Immo SolarDayZ drew nearly 5,000 visitors, while ATD supported nine Togolese edtech startups to expand internationally.

Right to Information Research: Transparency International chapters launched a new West Africa report on how access-to-information laws are working in Liberia, Ghana, Togo and Sierra Leone, highlighting solid legal frameworks but persistent gaps for journalists, researchers and citizens. Electricity & Regional Grids: The World Bank says its West Africa power integration programme is boosting cross-border electricity trade, with 4,000+ km of transmission lines built across 15 countries and millions gaining access to power since 2019. EV Infrastructure Push: Spiro secured $215M in equity to scale battery-swapping and electric mobility across Africa, including operations already in Togo, with plans to expand into new markets and grow manufacturing. Togo Solar & Real Estate Expo: Fest’Immo SolarDayZ 2026 in Lomé drew nearly 5,000 visitors and brought together housing, renewable energy and tech players around “Rethinking Housing in Togo.” EdTech Incubation: ATD supported nine Togolese edtech startups to refine products and business models, including AI in education and learning platforms, ahead of eLearning Africa in Accra. Climate Adaptation Funding: GEF approved new LDCF/SCCF projects worth $67M+ for vulnerable countries, including Togo, targeting flood/coastal risks, food and water security, and disaster preparedness.

Clean Mobility Investment: Spiro, operating in Togo and six other African markets, secured a $215m equity round to expand its battery-swapping network, manufacturing footprint, and EV infrastructure—aimed at cutting downtime and helping riders avoid costly fuel imports. Local Energy & Real Estate: Togo’s Fest’Immo SolarDayZ 2026 in Lomé drew nearly 5,000 visitors, spotlighting “Rethinking Housing in Togo” and linking housing, construction, and renewable energy solutions. EdTech Growth: Togo’s Agence Togo Digital (ATD) backed nine edtech startups through an incubation push to target international markets, with training on AI in education, learning platforms, accessibility, and scaling. Climate Resilience Finance: The GEF approved new LDCF/SCCF projects worth $67m+ for vulnerable countries including Togo, focusing on flood/coastal risk, food and water security, ecosystem protection, and disaster preparedness. Engineering Education & Digital Infrastructure (Togo): Coverage also points to Togo’s push to modernize engineering school frameworks and expand private cloud services via SIN and ST DIGITAL at the Lomé Data Centre. AI & Work: The UN’s ILO said AI gains must benefit workers fairly through better wages, protections, and inclusive growth.

Climate Finance for Resilience: The GEF approved a new LDCF/SCCF work program worth $67m for vulnerable countries, including Togo, to cut flood and coastal risks, boost food and water security, and strengthen disaster preparedness. Clean Mobility Investment: Africa’s e-mobility push got a major boost as Spiro secured $215m in equity to expand its battery-swapping network, manufacturing, and EV infrastructure across markets including Togo. AI and Work: The UN’s labour agency (ILO) says AI gains must reach workers fairly, with better wages, stronger protections, and skills support—an issue tied to policy choices in the coming years. Digital Public Infrastructure: India-Africa cooperation is shifting toward Digital Public Infrastructure, with systems like Aadhaar and UPI cited as models for scalable government services. Regional Tech & Trade in Togo: Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé pushed AfCFTA implementation toward practical cross-border trade measures, spotlighting SMEs, women, and youth. Energy Transition Tech: Natural-fibre composites using flax-linen and hemp are advancing with new manufacturing methods, pointing to scalable industrial uses. Security & Tech Risk: Reports flag a possible resurgence of Somali piracy, with hijack-for-ransom tactics affecting regional shipping routes.

Clean Mobility Investment: Spiro, Africa’s electric two-wheeler and battery-swapping platform, secured US$215M in equity to scale its swapping network, manufacturing footprint and next-gen EV infrastructure across markets including Togo, as investors back infrastructure-led energy transition. Climate Resilience Funding: The GEF approved new adaptation funding for vulnerable countries, with Togo among beneficiaries receiving over US$67M to strengthen resilience through projects under LDCF and SCCF. Regional Mining & Power: WAMPEX 2026 in Accra confirmed ministers from Nigeria, Mali and Ghana, spotlighting policy and investment priorities for West Africa’s mining and power sector. Digital Public Infrastructure: A global push for Digital Public Infrastructure highlights how platforms like Aadhaar and UPI are being shared with Africa to modernize government services and payments. AI & Work: The UN’s ILO says AI gains must benefit workers fairly via better wages, labour protections and skills support. Offshore Wind Contract: DEME’s Japan Offshore Marine won a contract to install 21 offshore wind turbines in Japan, using 15MW-class units. Wildlife Crime: Reports detail international trafficking networks smuggling endangered golden lion tamarins, with seizures including in Togo.

AI and Work: The UN’s labour agency (ILO) says AI gains must benefit workers fairly, through better wages, stronger labour protections, and skills investment—warning that policy choices will decide whether AI broadens opportunity or deepens inequality. Clean Mobility Investment: Africa’s e-mobility platform Spiro secured $215M in equity to scale its battery-swapping network and EV infrastructure across markets including Togo, aiming to boost local manufacturing and energy transition. Digital Sovereignty in Togo: SIN and ST DIGITAL signed to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, keeping local data hosted in Togo and expanding AI/software services for businesses. Engineering Education Reform: Togo adopted a decree formalizing École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL) as a stronger engineering and technology training hub, building on merged ENSI and CIC capabilities. Offshore Wind Contract: DEME’s Japan Offshore Marine won a contract to install 21 offshore wind turbines in Japan, with works scheduled for 2H27. Regional Tech & Trade: Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé pushed AfCFTA implementation toward practical cross-border trade and investment actions. Press Freedom Reality Check: Afrobarometer reports strong public support for media freedom and organising rights, but perceived freedom of speech and media freedom are declining, with Togo among the lowest scores.

Clean Mobility Funding: Africa’s e-mobility giant Spiro secured a $215M equity round to scale its battery-swapping network, manufacturing and next-gen EV infrastructure across markets including Togo, aiming to cut rider costs and speed up local energy/transport buildout. AI & Work: The UN’s labour agency says AI gains must reach workers fairly, urging skills investment and stronger labour protections so technology doesn’t widen inequality. Digital Sovereignty in Togo: SIN and ST DIGITAL signed a partnership to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, keeping local data hosted in Togo and expanding AI and cloud capacity for businesses. Engineering Education Reform: Togo issued a decree formalizing the École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL) as a stronger engineering and technology training hub, building on the merger of ENSI and CIC. Regional Tech & Trade: Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé pushed AfCFTA from talk to practical cross-border trade and investment steps. Energy Transition Contract: DEME’s Japan Offshore Marine won a contract to install 21 offshore wind turbines in Japan, using 15MW-class units. Press Freedom Reality Check: Afrobarometer reports Africans back media freedom, but perceived freedom of speech is shrinking, with Togo among the lowest.

Togo Digital Sovereignty: SIN and ST DIGITAL have signed to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to host and process local data in Togo and cut reliance on foreign infrastructure. Engineering Education: Togo adopted a decree formalizing École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL) after the merger of ENSI and CIC, expanding its role in advanced engineering and tech training. Coastal Resilience in Aného: A World Bank WACA-ResIP visit reviewed coastal erosion and flooding works, including groynes, lagoon channel filling, dredging and beach replenishment—plus jobs for locals. Mining Tech Update: TomaGold completed Phase 2 extension drilling at the Berrigan Mine in Quebec and is launching a broader prospecting campaign. Renewables Contract: DEME’s Japan Offshore Marine JV won a contract to install 21 offshore wind turbines in Japan, with installation planned for 2H27. Mental Health Systems: WHO and partners pushed for stronger, coordinated mental health care across Africa, citing under-resourced and fragmented services. Press Freedom Reality Check: Afrobarometer reports support for media freedom is high, but perceived freedom of speech and media independence are shrinking—Togo scores low on “complete” freedom. Regional Trade & Mobility: Ghana’s e-visa launch signals faster, more digital entry for African travellers, aligning with AfCFTA-era trade integration.

Togo Digital Sovereignty: SIN and ST DIGITAL signed a partnership to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to host and process local data in Togo, cut reliance on foreign infrastructure, and expand cloud/AI services for businesses. Togo Education & Engineering: The government issued a decree formalizing École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL) after the merger of ENSI and CIC, positioning it as a leading advanced engineering and technology training center. Coastal Resilience in Togo: A World Bank inspection in Aného reviewed WACA-ResIP works to reduce erosion and flooding, including groyne construction, lagoon channel filling, sand dredging, and beach replenishment. Regional Trade & Mobility: Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé pushed AfCFTA implementation from talks to practical cross-border movement, while Ghana’s new e-visa platform signals faster, cheaper entry for African travelers. Press Freedom Reality Check: Afrobarometer reports Africans back media freedom and free speech rights, but perceived freedom is shrinking—Togo is among the lowest for “complete” freedom of speech. Energy & Industry Signals: DEME won offshore wind installation work in Japan (21 turbines), and TomaGold/Togo-linked mining updates point to continued exploration momentum.

AfCFTA in Action (Lomé): Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé moved AfCFTA from talk to practical cross-border measures, with policy and partnership announcements aimed at getting goods, services and people moving faster. Digital Mobility Boost: Ghana’s e-Visa launch signals a new, more accessible entry system for African travellers, pairing online processing with visa-free access and fee elimination for African passport holders. Togo Digital Sovereignty: SIN and ST DIGITAL signed to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to host and process local data in Togo and cut reliance on foreign infrastructure. Engineering Education Upgrade (Togo): Togo adopted a new governance framework for École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL), formalizing its evolution from merged engineering and computing units and positioning it as a leading advanced training center. Coastal Resilience (Aného): A World Bank inspection of WACA-ResIP works in Aného highlighted progress on groynes, lagoon channel filling, and related jobs tied to reducing erosion and flooding. Energy & Industry Signals: DEME secured a contract to install 21 offshore wind turbines in Japan, while TomaGold and Globex updates point to continued exploration drilling at Quebec’s Berrigan Mine. Local Innovation & Trade: Sokodé hosted a regional “Made in Togo” fair to spotlight locally made products, support SMEs, and expand market links beyond Lomé. Press Freedom Reality Check: Afrobarometer reports Africans back media freedom and free speech rights, but perceived freedom is shrinking—Togo is among the lowest for “completely” free speech.

Digital Sovereignty in Togo: SIN and ST DIGITAL have signed to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to host and process local data in-country and cut reliance on foreign infrastructure. Engineering Education Reform: Togo issued a decree formalizing the governance framework of École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL), built from the merger of ENSI and CIC, with a push to expand advanced engineering and technology training. Coastal Resilience in Aného: A World Bank-led WACA-ResIP visit reviewed progress on coastal erosion and flooding works, including groynes, lagoon channel filling, sand dredging, and beach replenishment. Local Industry Push: Sokodé hosted a regional “Made in Togo” fair to boost locally made products, entrepreneurship, and partnerships across crafts, textiles, agri-food, cosmetics, and tech innovation. Mining & Exploration Updates: TomaGold and partners reported new drilling progress at the Berrigan Mine in Quebec, alongside plans for broader prospecting and geophysical work. Offshore Wind Contract: DEME’s Japan Offshore Marine secured an engineering and vessel charter contract for installing 21 offshore wind turbines in Japan, using 15MW-class turbines. Mental Health Action: WHO and partners convened an intercountry meeting calling for stronger, better-funded mental health services across Africa. Press Freedom Reality Check: Afrobarometer’s latest profile shows strong public support for media freedom and organizing, but declining perceived freedom of speech—Togo is among the lowest. Security Watch: Coverage flags a possible resurgence of Somali piracy, including incidents involving a Togo-flagged tanker.

Togo Digital Infrastructure: SIN and ST DIGITAL have signed a partnership to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to boost Togo’s digital sovereignty by hosting and processing local data in-country and offering cloud and AI services to businesses. Education & Engineering: Togo adopted a new governance framework for École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL), formalizing its evolution from ENSI and CIC and positioning it as a leading advanced engineering and technology training center. Coastal Resilience: A World Bank review visit to Aného under WACA-ResIP checked works to curb coastal erosion and flooding, including progress on groynes plus lagoon channel filling and beach replenishment. Mining Updates: TomaGold provided drilling updates on the Berrigan Mine royalty asset in Quebec, with Phase 2 extension drilling completed and further assay results expected. Offshore Energy: DEME secured a contract for Japan’s Oga–Katagami–Akita offshore wind project, covering engineering and vessel charter for installing 21 turbines. Cybersecurity & Drones (Togo): Poland’s BGK agreed financing for a cybersecurity and drone project in Togo with Polish IT firm Asseco. Press Freedom (Regional): Afrobarometer reports that support for media freedom remains high, but perceived freedom of speech is declining, with Togo among the lowest. Security (Maritime): Reports warn Somali piracy is resurging with new tactics, including hijackings tied to ransom demands.

Togo Digital Sovereignty: SIN and ST DIGITAL have signed a partnership to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to host and process local data in Togo, cut reliance on foreign infrastructure, and expand cloud/AI services for businesses. Education & Engineering Reform: Togo issued a decree formalizing the governance and operations of École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL), built from the merger of ENSI and CIC, with a push to strengthen advanced engineering and technology training. Coastal Resilience in Aného: A World Bank inspection of WACA-ResIP works in Aného highlighted progress on groynes, lagoon channel filling, sand dredging and beach replenishment to reduce erosion and flooding while creating jobs. Local Industry Push: Sokodé hosted the regional edition of the “Made in Togo” fair (May 26–28) to boost locally made products, support SMEs, and showcase sectors from crafts to agri-food and tech innovation. Regional Tech Policy: Togo’s SIN/ST DIGITAL cloud move and the country’s engineering school upgrade land as Africa debates digital trade rules under AfCFTA’s Digital Trade Protocol.

Engineering Education Reform: Togo issued a decree formalizing the governance and operations of École Polytechnique de Lomé (EPL), building on the merger of ENSI and CIC and positioning the school as a leading advanced engineering and technology training center. Digital Sovereignty: SIN and ST DIGITAL signed a partnership to launch private cloud services at the Lomé Data Centre, aiming to host and process local data in Togo and cut reliance on foreign infrastructure. Open Education & Research: Experts met in Lomé to shape a West Africa strategy on Open Educational Resources, Open Access and Open Data, with UNESCO support, focusing on digital libraries, shared scientific data, and reducing access gaps as AI reshapes learning. Coastal Resilience in Aného: A World Bank inspection of WACA-ResIP works reviewed groyne completion, lagoon channel filling, sand dredging and beach replenishment to reduce erosion and flooding while creating jobs. Local Innovation & Jobs: Sokodé hosted a regional “Made in Togo” fair to boost locally made products, entrepreneurship, and partnerships across crafts, agri-food, natural cosmetics and tech innovation. Cyber & Drones Finance (Poland-Togo): Poland’s BGK agreed to finance a cybersecurity and drone project in Togo with Polish IT firm Asseco, backed by EU guarantees. Regional Media Skills: Journalists and content creators in northern Togo trained in digital storytelling to improve reporting on free movement and migration and counter misinformation. Threat Watch: Researchers flagged a malware campaign (“TamperedChef”) using trojanized productivity apps to steal information and deploy remote access tools.

Coastal Resilience in Togo: The World Bank’s WACA-ResIP programme is accelerating coastal protection in Aného, with 14 of 22 groynes completed along a 7-km stretch and plans for sand dredging, beach replenishment, and lagoon channel works to cut flooding risks and restart fishing and local services. Digital Trade in Africa (Lomé): AfCFTA experts say the Digital Trade Protocol is pushing cross-border commerce forward, but low internet access remains a major barrier to inclusive growth. Open Education Strategy (Lomé): UNESCO-backed talks in Lomé aim to boost open educational resources, open access, and open data across West Africa, tackling unequal access to digital learning and research funding. Cybersecurity & Drones Financing (Togo-Poland): Poland’s BGK signed €24m (100m zloty) financing for a cybersecurity and drone project in Togo with Polish firm Asseco, backed by EU guarantees. Compliance & AI Risks (Lomé): Togo will host the 3rd GRCRO conference (July 8–9) on fraud, corruption, and money laundering in the AI era, drawing nearly 1,000 compliance professionals. Health & Girls’ Education (Ghana): Merck Foundation launched “Educating Linda” in Ghana with scholarships for 40 underprivileged girls and support to reduce healthcare and infertility stigma. Clean Transport in Ghana: Electric bikes are gaining early adopters in Ghana’s north as communities adapt after petrol motorbike restrictions, improving daily air quality and comfort.

Energy & Industry: A new wave of analysis frames Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery as a bid to break Africa’s “refining dependency,” turning crude into value on the continent and reshaping how mega-projects can be financed. Climate & Food Systems: West African livestock markets are being squeezed by jihadist predation, export bans, climate shocks, and currency stress—pushing prices up and pricing many buyers out. Coastal Resilience in Togo: The World Bank and Togo reviewed WACA coastal protection works in Aného, including groyne construction, lagoon channel filling, sand dredging, and plans that also aim to restart local jobs. Digital Trade in Africa: At BShara Africa 2026 in Lomé, AfCFTA experts stressed that the Digital Trade Protocol can cut cross-border friction, but low internet access still limits inclusion. Open Education & Research: UNESCO-backed talks in Lomé focused on Open Educational Resources, Open Access, and Open Data to reduce education gaps as AI reshapes learning. Cybersecurity & Drones (Togo): Poland’s BGK signed financing for a Togo cybersecurity and drone project with Asseco, signaling growing tech investment links. Local Transport & Mobility: Ghana’s electric bike adoption in the north shows how security restrictions on petrol bikes can accelerate cleaner alternatives. Health & Wellness (Lomé): CETEF “Togo 2000” will host HUMANIS 2026, a health and wellness trade fair with consultations, blood donation, and prevention-focused sessions.