The Local Development Committee (CLD) convened on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Lomé to review the partnership between Togo and France regarding sustainable and solidarity investment. It also defined the major directions for cooperation over the 2026-2028 period.
This consultation framework between France team actors in Togo and Togolese partners aims to strengthen coordination of development actions aligned with the country’s national priorities.
Progress in education, training and social cohesion
In recent years, several achievements have been recorded in education, training, territorial development, entrepreneurship and social cohesion. In higher education, support for the creation of the École Polytechnique du Togo and the award of 95 French government scholarships to Togolese students are among the major actions. The “Études en France” programme hosted over 8,200 people in 2025, with new Campus France spaces opened in Lomé and Kara. The French-accredited education network grew significantly from 857 pupils four years ago to over 2,500 learners today.
Over 17,000 beneficiaries in cultural and sports sectors
Initiatives supported in the cultural and creative industries reached over 17,000 spectators, trained more than 350 beneficiaries and backed 24 artistic residencies. France also accompanied the creation of the National Agency for Training of Local Authorities (ANFCT) as part of its support for decentralisation in Togo.
€395 million invested in essential sectors
The French Development Agency (AFD) committed nearly €395 million to several flagship projects in Togo. These investments improved access to drinking water for over 552,000 people and electricity for about 125,000 beneficiaries. They also contributed to modernising 49 technical and vocational training centres. Over 600 kilometres of rural roads were built or rehabilitated, benefiting more than 500,000 agricultural producers.
Three priorities for 2026-2028 cooperation
For the next three years, the France team intends to continue support around three major axes: inclusive growth and job creation, improved access to infrastructure and essential services, and strengthened governance, human rights and social cohesion. Special attention will be given to youth employability, private sector development, entrepreneurship and local governance dynamics. The committee also reaffirmed the cross-cutting priorities of gender equality and enhanced support to the Savanes region. Through this dialogue framework, France reaffirms its commitment alongside Togo to promote solidarity, inclusive and sustainable development, in complementarity with other technical and financial partners.
