AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDigital Sovereignty & AI Governance: ISOC-Togo convened the 12th National Internet Governance Forum in Lomé, focusing on governing AI, big data, and geopolitical dynamics, with youth inputs feeding into national recommendations. Digital Finance: Togo’s digital banking use hit 32.2% by end-March 2026, as authorities reported broader financial inclusion, lower average interest rates, and growth in savings and microfinance. Agricultural Engineering Training: SIGMA Scientific Group and France’s École Supérieure des Agricultures signed an agreement to train agricultural engineers in Togo starting 2026–2027, aiming to expand technical capacity for food-system and environmental transitions. Fisheries Conservation: Togo urged stakeholders to respect the annual fishing moratorium to protect breeding fish, amid demand far outstripping local production. Mental Health Capacity: WHO highlighted Togo’s severe shortage of licensed psychiatrists and uneven access, while reforms and local initiatives aim to improve rural care. Trade & Origin Rules: WAEMU aligned origin determination work with HS 2022 in Lomé to improve compliance and revenue collection. Air Connectivity: Ministers adopted the Lomé Declaration to remove barriers to affordable, connected air travel across Africa. Regional Tech/Infrastructure: AXIAN Telecom secured a €170m EBRD loan to expand 4G/5G and fibre networks in Kenya and Senegal. Wildlife Trafficking: Reports of golden lion tamarin smuggling point to sophisticated international routes, including seizures linked to Togo.
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