Togo-France partnership: 395 million euros invested with new 2026 priorities

On June 5, 2026, the Local Development Committee (CLD) convened in Lomé to assess the Togo-France partnership, focusing on sustainable and solidarity-based investments while outlining key cooperation priorities for 2026-2028.

The CLD serves as a coordination platform between French development actors in Togo and local partners, aligning initiatives with the country’s national priorities in development. This structured dialogue ensures that investments target areas of greatest impact.

Education, training and social cohesion drive progress

Over recent years, significant strides have been made in education, vocational training, local development, entrepreneurship, and social cohesion. Notable achievements include the establishment of the Togo Polytechnic School and the provision of 95 French government scholarships to Togolese students. Additionally, the Études en France program welcomed over 8,200 participants in 2025, with new Campus France centers opening in Lomé and Kara.

The network of French curriculum schools has expanded dramatically, growing from 857 students four years ago to over 2,500 today.

Cultural and sports initiatives reach 17,000 beneficiaries

Cultural and creative industry projects have engaged more than 17,000 audiences, trained over 350 individuals, and supported 24 artistic residencies. France has also played a key role in establishing the National Agency for Local Government Training (ANFCT) to strengthen decentralization efforts in Togo.

395 million euros invested in critical sectors

The French Development Agency (AFD) has committed nearly 395 million euros to transformative projects across Togo. These investments have improved access to clean drinking water for over 552,000 people and electricity for approximately 125,000 households. They have also modernized 49 technical and vocational training centers.

More than 600 kilometers of rural roads have been built or rehabilitated, benefiting over 500,000 farmers and facilitating market access.

Three key priorities for 2026-2028

For the 2026-2028 period, the French team will focus on three core objectives: fostering inclusive and job-creating growth, enhancing access to essential infrastructure and services, and strengthening governance, human rights, and social cohesion.

Special emphasis will be placed on youth employability, private sector development, entrepreneurship, and reinforcing local governance dynamics. Gender equality and targeted support for the Savanes region remain cross-cutting priorities.

Through this structured framework, France reaffirms its commitment to supporting Togo’s pursuit of inclusive, sustainable, and resilient development, in close collaboration with other technical and financial partners.