Today news in togo
Here are some of the top news stories from Togo today:
Politics
- The Togolese government has announced plans to hold a national dialogue to address the country's political and economic challenges. The dialogue is expected to bring together representatives from various political parties, civil society organizations, and the government to discuss issues such as the economy, governance, and human rights. (Source: Togo First)
- The opposition party, the National Alliance for Change (ANC), has called for the resignation of President Faure Gnassingbé, citing his government's failure to address the country's economic and social challenges. (Source: Jeune Afrique)
Economy
- The Togolese government has launched a new initiative to promote local production and reduce the country's reliance on imports. The initiative, known as "Togo Made," aims to support local businesses and create jobs. (Source: Togo First)
- The World Bank has approved a $50 million loan to support Togo's efforts to improve its energy sector. The loan will be used to upgrade the country's power transmission and distribution infrastructure. (Source: World Bank)
Health
- The Togolese government has launched a new campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the country. The campaign, which is being led by the Ministry of Health, aims to increase public awareness of the virus and promote measures to prevent its spread. (Source: Togo First)
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a surge in cases of cholera in Togo, with over 1,000 cases reported in the past month. The WHO has called for increased efforts to prevent the spread of the disease. (Source: WHO)
Sports
- The Togolese national football team has qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be held in Cameroon. The team defeated the Comoros 2-1 in a playoff match to secure its spot in the tournament. (Source: BBC Sport)
- The Togolese Basketball Federation has announced plans to launch a new professional basketball league in the country. The league is expected to feature teams from across the country and will be supported by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). (Source: FIBA)