AGP Executive Report

Construction Reform Push: At Lomé’s first Media Days, Togo’s building and public works contractors argued that site delays and cost overruns stem from the whole project chain—not just contractors—while calling for easier bank financing and better sector coordination. Gas-to-Prosperity Agenda: West African leaders at Ghana’s West Africa Gas Summit urged urgent infrastructure integration so natural gas wealth becomes jobs, energy access, and bankable regional projects, citing the West African Gas Pipeline as a proof of cooperation. Housing Delivery: Togo moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé after BOAD-financed studies, with officials stressing a wider, inclusive approach to closing a large national housing gap. Industrial Jobs: Togo’s Adétikopé Industrial Platform reported CFA350bn in cumulative investment over five years, supporting 6,580 jobs, and plans to expand toward 20,000 jobs by 2030. HIV Drug Resistance Watch: Despite strong HIV viral suppression results, researchers flagged early signs of dolutegravir resistance among Togolese children and adolescents, urging continued vigilance. Digital Interference Claims: France’s Viginum accused Israeli firm BlackCore of election meddling via fake accounts, naming targets including Togo in a wider set of countries.

Foreign Digital Interference: France’s disinformation watchdog Viginum accuses Israeli firm BlackCore of running online influence and smear campaigns tied to elections in France, Scotland, New York City, Angola and Togo, including targeting Scottish First Minister John Swinney and pro-Palestine political figures; officials say the sponsor behind the operations remains unclear. Housing & Jobs: In Togo, the 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé moves into implementation after BOAD-funded studies, with officials citing a major national housing gap and aiming for thousands of jobs. Industry Push: Togo’s Adétikopé Industrial Platform reports cumulative investment of about CFA350 billion over five years, supporting 6,580 direct jobs and planning expansion toward 20,000 jobs by 2030. Health Watch: CARESP warns that early signs of resistance to dolutegravir are emerging among Togolese children and adolescents, even as HIV control remains strong. Culture & Sports: Palais de Lomé hosts the Toyota Tsusho CFAO African Art Award exhibition, while a boxing workshop in Accra drew coaches from Ghana and Togo.

Nigeria Politics & Memory: Former Nigerian head of state Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, unveiling his autobiography “A Call of Duty,” says the hours around Gen. Sani Abacha’s death on June 8, 1998 were “fishy,” including claims he and Lt-Gen. Ishaya Bamaiyi were locked in a waiting room at the Presidential Villa for nearly an hour before being told. Foreign Digital Interference: France’s Viginum watchdog alleges Israeli firm BlackCore ran online influence operations targeting elections and political figures in Scotland, France, Angola, Togo and New York City, including fake accounts and coordinated comments aimed at figures such as Scotland’s John Swinney. Togo Housing & Jobs: Togo says its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé is moving into implementation after BOAD-financed studies, as it tackles a large national housing shortfall. Togo Industry: Adétikopé Industrial Platform reports CFA350 billion in cumulative investment over five years and 6,580 direct jobs, with plans to expand further. Togo Health: CARESP warns of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among Togolese children and adolescents even as HIV viral suppression remains high. Culture in Lomé: Palais de Lomé hosts the Toyota Tsusho CFAO African Art Award exhibition, bringing winners from across Africa for a Lomé-to-Japan/France tour.

Foreign Digital Interference: France’s watchdog Viginum says Israeli tech firm BlackCore meddled in elections using fake accounts, data leaks and fabricated allegations, naming targets in Scotland (John Swinney, SNP), France, Angola, Togo and New York City. Local Governance & Trust: The report adds that similar methods were used in New York’s 2025 municipal vote, while Viginum says it still can’t identify who commissioned the operations. Togo Development Watch: Togo moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé (Zio), with BOAD-backed studies completed and a push to create jobs and tackle a large housing shortfall. Industry & Jobs: Adétikopé’s industrial platform says it has attracted about CFA350bn in investment over five years, hosting 25 partner companies and creating 6,580 jobs. Health: Despite strong HIV viral suppression, researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among Togolese children and adolescents. Culture: Palais de Lomé hosts the Toyota Tsusho CFAO African Art Award exhibition, bringing winners from five countries to Lomé.

Digital Interference Claims: France’s foreign-digital watchdog Viginum says the Israeli firm BlackCore was behind coordinated online smear and influence operations tied to elections in France, Scotland, New York, Angola and Togo, including fake accounts targeting Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney and pro-Palestine audiences; officials say they still can’t identify who commissioned the actions. Housing Push in Togo: Togo has moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé, with BOAD-backed studies completed and a plan to tackle a large national housing shortfall. Industrial Jobs Boost: Togo’s Adétikopé Industrial Platform reports cumulative investment of CFA350 billion over five years, supporting 6,580 direct jobs so far and aiming for 20,000 jobs by 2030. HIV Gains, New Worry: Togo’s HIV progress is strong, but early signs of dolutegravir resistance among children and adolescents are raising concerns about long-term treatment durability. Local Governance Funding: Togo and Germany launched the GNOZOU local governance project in Kara, backed by CFA4.85 billion to strengthen decentralization, planning, jobs and civic participation in Kara and Savanes. Culture Spotlight: Palais de Lomé is hosting the Toyota Tsusho CFAO African Art Award exhibition, bringing together winners from five African countries ahead of a tour to Japan and France.

Housing & Urban Development: Togo has moved into the operational phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé (Zio), after BOAD-financed studies were completed, with the government citing a 500,000-unit national shortfall and aiming to scale from the first phase toward major job creation. Industrial Jobs: The Adétikopé Industrial Platform (PIA) says it has drawn about CFA350 billion in investment over five years, hosting 25 partner companies and creating 6,580 direct jobs, with targets of 20,000 jobs by 2030. Local Governance & Resilience: Togo and Germany launched the GNOZOU local governance project in Kara (CFA4.85B) to strengthen decentralization and youth participation, while Plan International and the EU-backed Savanes Kpaadu resilience program (CFA1.9B) supports civilian protection, violence prevention, small businesses, and school kits in northern Togo. Health Watch: Despite strong HIV progress (85% viral suppression), researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among Togolese children and adolescents, urging continued vigilance. Digital Sovereignty: Lomé will host the main Togo Internet Governance Forum on 20 June, with pre-events for schools and youth, focusing on AI and digital sovereignty. Regional Spotlight: A French watchdog report alleges an Israeli firm, BlackCore, used fake accounts to target political figures and elections, including claims involving Togo. Climate & Mobility: Cyclists from Lagos are riding 1,110km across West Africa through Benin, Ghana, and Togo to push climate action.

Housing & Cities: Togo has moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé, after BOAD-financed studies, with the government citing a large national housing shortfall and pushing a more inclusive, comprehensive approach. Industry & Jobs: The Adétikopé Industrial Platform says it has pulled in CFA350 billion in investment over five years, hosting 25 partner companies and creating 6,580 direct jobs, with targets rising toward 20,000 jobs by 2030. Health: Togo reports strong HIV viral suppression (85%) but researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among children and adolescents, urging vigilance as funding tightens. Local Governance: Togo and Germany launched the GNOZOU project in Kara, backed by CFA4.85 billion, to strengthen decentralization, local planning, jobs, and civic participation. Community Resilience: Plan International and the EU have started Savanes Kpaadu in northern Togo (CFA1.9 billion) to support protection, violence prevention, education, and small-business livelihoods. Digital & Security: Togo will host a national internet governance forum on AI and digital sovereignty in June, while regional cyber talent is being tested in an ECOWAS hackathon in Accra. Culture: Palais de Lomé is hosting the Toyota Tsusho CFAO African Art Award exhibition, bringing contemporary works from five African countries ahead of tours to Japan and France. Global Watch: France’s disinformation watchdog Viginum alleges an Israeli firm, BlackCore, was behind election meddling that includes claims tied to Togo, alongside Scotland and New York.

Disinformation Watch: France’s Viginum says Israeli firm BlackCore is suspected of digital influence operations targeting elections in New York City and Scotland, and of activity in Angola and Togo—after earlier scrutiny tied it to France’s March local polls. Local Governance & Jobs: Togo and Germany launched the GNOZOU project in Kara, backed by 4.85 billion CFA francs, to strengthen decentralization, regional planning, local economic development, youth participation, and civic engagement. Youth & Community Resilience: Plan International and the EU rolled out Savanes Kpaadu in northern Togo with 1.9 billion CFA francs for violence prevention, civilian protection, small-business support for 1,120 young people and women, school kits, and help for survivors of gender-based violence. Fragility & Security Strategy: At the World Bank Fragility Forum, Sandra Ablamba Johnson highlighted Togo’s “anticipation–protection–resilience” approach, citing hundreds of completed community infrastructure projects benefiting hundreds of thousands, especially women. Digital Sovereignty: Lomé will host the Togo Internet Governance Forum on June 20, with pre-events for internet governance and youth discussions ahead of AI and data-policy debates. Trade Integration: AfCFTA targets $250bn in intra-African trade for 2026, with Wamkele Mene urging faster regional commerce as external shocks keep squeezing export markets. Energy & Regulation: Togo approved nuclear safety and radiological risk bills and was selected to host NEISA 2027 in Lomé, as the country explores options to diversify its energy mix.

ECOWAS Cybersecurity: A Ghana-based firm, 00SEC, set the challenges for the ECOWAS Regional Hackathon in Accra, with 12 national teams racing for 48 hours to build defenses for governments, banks and infrastructure as the event runs June 8–11. Togo Digital Sovereignty: Lomé is set to host the main Togo Internet Governance Forum on June 20, preceded by TogoSIG (June 18) and a Youth IGF (June 19), focusing on digital sovereignty and AI-era governance. Togo Nuclear Push: Togo lawmakers have approved bills to accede to key nuclear safety and radiological conventions, while the country also prepares to host NEISA 2027 in Lomé. EU–Togo Security and Governance: Togo and the EU held their 4th political dialogue in Lomé, reviewing peace and security, democracy and governance, plus economic cooperation. France–Togo Development Priorities: France and Togo agreed on 2026–2028 cooperation priorities after reviewing progress in the partnership, including major funding for water, electricity access, training and roads. Regional Trade Momentum: AfCFTA projects intra-African trade could hit $250bn this year, while Togo’s Biashara Afrika deal includes visa-free entry for African passport holders for up to 30 days. Maritime Economy: On World Oceans Day, Togo’s maritime minister said nearly 70% of economic activity depends on the sea and highlighted Port of Lomé traffic growth. Cyber Disinformation Watch: France’s Viginum says Israeli firm BlackCore is suspected of digital interference beyond France, including claims involving Togo. Global Context: The Global Peace Index 2026 ranks Iceland safest and the UK drops to 39th.

Digital Governance: Lomé will host the Togo Internet Governance Forum on June 20, preceded by TogoSIG (June 18) and a Youth IGF (June 19), with a focus on digital sovereignty and AI/data challenges. Nuclear & Energy Policy: Togo lawmakers have approved bills to let the country join key nuclear safety and radiological risk conventions, while Lomé is set to host NEISA 2027, a major nuclear innovation summit for Africa. Security & Governance Talks: Togo and the EU held their 4th political dialogue in Lomé, reviewing peace and security, democracy, governance, and economic cooperation. Development Partnership: France and Togo agreed 2026–2028 cooperation priorities, highlighting major French-backed gains in water, electricity access, training, roads, and scholarships. Cyber Capacity Building: ECOWAS teams from 12 countries are in Accra for a 48-hour cybersecurity hackathon, aiming to build practical defenses against cybercrime. Maritime Economy: On World Oceans Day, Togo’s maritime minister said nearly 70% of economic activity depends on the sea and stressed stronger marine protection. Aviation & Connectivity: Lomé is also set to host the AFCAC African Air Transport Convention & Expo (June 15–19), tied to implementing the Single African Air Transport Market. Trade & Borders: Biashara Afrika ended with Togo announcing visa-free entry for African passport holders (up to 30 days), and a women-led Aflao workshop urged traders to use approved Ghana–Togo border routes to avoid heavy penalties.

Nuclear Policy Push: Togo’s lawmakers have unanimously approved, on first reading, four bills to let the country join key nuclear safety and radiological risk conventions—aimed at stronger oversight for peaceful nuclear use. Energy Summit in Lomé: Togo will host NEISA 2027, bringing African policymakers and investors to discuss nuclear energy development and energy security, building on Kigali’s 2026 talks. EU-Togo Dialogue: Togo and the EU held their 4th political dialogue in Lomé, focusing on peace and security, democracy, governance, and deeper economic cooperation. France Partnership Priorities: France and Togo agreed 2026-2028 cooperation priorities, highlighting major support in water, electricity, roads, training, and scholarships. Maritime Economy: On World Oceans Day, Togo’s maritime minister said nearly 70% of economic activity and over 75% of tax revenue link to the sea, with Port of Lomé traffic rising in 2024. Aviation & Integration: Lomé will host AFCAC’s African Air Transport Convention and Expo (June 15-19) to advance the Single African Air Transport Market. Border Trade Pressure: Women traders in Aflao are being urged to use approved Ghana-Togo crossings after warnings of steep customs penalties for unapproved routes. Gulf Labour Shock: Kuwait’s new domestic worker recruitment rules allow hiring from only 10 countries and ban many others, including Togo, tightening the Gulf labour corridor.

Aviation & Trade Integration: Lomé will host the AFCAC African Air Transport Convention & Expo (June 15–19), aiming to advance the Single African Air Transport Market with talks on taxes, airport financing, cargo, digital upgrades and sustainable fuels. Maritime Economy: On World Oceans Day, Togo’s maritime minister said nearly 70% of national economic activity and over 75% of tax revenue depend on the sea, with Port of Lomé traffic rising to 30.6m tonnes in 2024. Cross-Border Business: A women-led workshop in Aflao trained 300+ traders on safe trade practices and tax compliance across the Ghana–Togo frontier, warning that using unapproved routes can trigger heavy penalties. Regional Security: UNDP says Gulf of Guinea conflict prevention must be rooted in local communities, citing arms proliferation, illicit economies and farmer-herder tensions. Labour Migration Shock (Gulf): Kuwait restricts domestic worker recruitment to 10 approved countries and bans 27 others, including Togo, raising concerns for families relying on Gulf jobs. World Cup & Mobility: Togo’s visa-free move for Africans was announced at Biashara Afrika, while a Somali FIFA referee was denied entry to the U.S. ahead of the tournament.

Visa-Free Push for Africa: At Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé, Togo announced visa-free entry for all Africans with valid African passports for up to 30 days, aiming to boost AfCFTA-style free movement. Gulf of Guinea Security: UNDP says conflict prevention must be rooted in local communities, citing small arms, illicit economies, and farmer-herder tensions across coastal countries including Togo. Cross-Border Trade Compliance: In Aflao, the Trans-Border Business Network trained 300+ women traders on safe trade and tax compliance, warning that using unapproved routes can trigger heavy penalties and seizure. Kuwait Domestic Worker Rules: Kuwait updated recruitment rules, allowing hiring from 10 countries while banning recruitment from 27 others, including Togo, with some restrictions applying by gender. World Cup Immigration Snag: A Somali FIFA referee was left out after being denied entry to the U.S., highlighting how strict immigration checks can disrupt major sports events. Ghana Border Health Readiness: Ghana inspected Aflao and Elubo amid Ebola fears, flagging gaps in PPE, staffing, and border facilities.

AfCFTA Momentum in Lomé: Togo’s Biashara Afrika 2026 ends with a major integration push as President Faure Gnassingbé announces visa-free entry for all Africans with valid African passports for up to 30 days, aimed at boosting intra-African trade. Gulf of Guinea Security: UNDP urges a community-led approach to conflict prevention along the Gulf of Guinea, pointing to local socioeconomic fragilities behind insecurity. Climate Finance & Green Policy: A Lomé conference on green diplomacy and ESG will run June 30, linking climate action to economic sovereignty, with Togo’s climate law and green budgeting in the spotlight. Cross-Border Trade Compliance: Women traders in Ghana’s Ketu South and Aflao are being trained to use approved Ghana–Togo border routes, warning that evasion can trigger fines up to 300% of duty and seizure. Border Health Readiness: Ghana’s deputy health minister flags gaps at border posts amid Ebola fears, stressing PPE, staffing, and functional facilities. Energy & Regulation: ECOWAS medicines harmonisation advances in Lomé, while a study warns biomass cooking in Togo and elsewhere is driving forest loss.

Gulf of Guinea Security: UNDP says coastal insecurity must be tackled through community-led prevention, warning that threats are tied to local socioeconomic fragilities, illicit economies and farmer-herder tensions, and calls for stronger local ownership across Togo, Benin, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso. Cross-Border Trade & Compliance: In Aflao, the Trans-Border Business Network trained 300+ women traders on tax compliance and safe practices at the Ghana–Togo frontier, urging use of approved border posts to avoid seizures and heavy penalties. Climate Finance in Lomé: A green diplomacy conference returns to Lomé on June 30, focusing on climate resilience, circular economy, ESG finance and human capital, linking to Togo’s climate law and green budget push. Digital Sovereignty: Togo’s Internet Governance Forum is set for June 19 in Lomé, with discussions on AI, big data and geopolitical pressures shaping digital sovereignty. Protected Areas Partnership: Togo and Team Europe launched a five-year protected-area programme in Sokodé to restore ecosystems, support agroecology and build inclusive green jobs. Ebola Preparedness: Ghana’s deputy health minister flagged PPE, staffing and degraded border health facilities at Aflao and Elubo amid an Ebola outbreak in DRC/Uganda.

Sahel Power Shift: A week of analysis shows the Sahel moving from a French-led counterinsurgency model to an open geopolitical contest, with Russia gaining space after Barkhane’s end and France’s Mali drawdown. AfCFTA Trade Push: Nigeria’s NACCIMA led a road trip to Togo to map cross-border trade bottlenecks ahead of Biashara Afrika 2026, flagging delays, multiple checkpoints, and other non-tariff barriers. Togo Regional Security: The UN convened partners in Lomé to launch a Gulf of Guinea conflict-prevention platform (2026–2029), targeting violent extremism, trafficking, displacement and tensions, with Togo among the focus countries. Togo Digital Governance: Togo’s Internet Governance Forum is set for June 19 in Lomé, with discussions on AI, data, and digital sovereignty. Protected Areas Partnership: Togo and Team Europe launched a five-year protected-area partnership in Sokodé to link conservation with local green jobs and resilient livelihoods. Human Trafficking Crackdown (Nigeria): NSCDC rescued 24 victims, including two pregnant women and a toddler, and paraded three suspects in Badagry.