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14 February 2025
Togo’s Democratic Future in Question Ahead of the Senatorial Election
Despite protests and rigging accusations from opposition parties and observers, Togo’s new constitution is moving forward.
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News
20 January 2025
With its New Vlisco Collaboration, Togo Yeye is Putting Togo's Creative Scene on the Map
The art collective in the heart of Togo is creating visuals that highlight and support Togolese voices in front of and behind the camera.
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20 December 2024
The Best West African Songs of 2024
This year’s list features emerging talents and an uptick in artists reaching to the past to create new sounds.
News
22 April 2024
Togo's Parliament Approves Constitutional Reform for Ceremonial Presidency
Ahead of long-awaited parliamentary elections, lawmakers have adjusted the constitution with a move that may guarantee six more years for incumbent Faure Gnassingbé.
News
04 April 2024
Togo Postpones Parliamentary Elections Indefinitely
According to the West African country's presidency, the postponement is primarily for lawmakers to review a recent controversial constitution change.
Arts + Culture
19 September 2023
At the Palais de Lomé, an Exhibition Asks Visitors to ‘Dig Where You Stand’
We visit the grand opening of a traveling exhibition that aims to explore the inspiring, invigorating power of art from across Africa and the diaspora.
Featured
08 September 2023
Preserving Tradition: Kente Weaving in Togo
The beloved fabric, deeply rooted in Ghanaian culture, finds its own vibrant presence in neighboring Togo.
Arts + Culture
21 July 2023
Photo Series: Emomé Art Festival, Togo’s Art Festival Lives On for a 5th Edition
Run by artist Ras Sankara, Togo’s self-supported performance art festival has become a vital space for artists to showcase their responses to pressing social and cultural issues.
Fashion + Beauty
26 April 2022
Hogoé Kpessou is the New Face of African Luxury
In less than two years, Hogoé Kpessou and her self-titled womenswear label has blown up thanks to the popularity of her leather handbags.
Fashion + Beauty
07 May 2021
Kimberly Anthony’s Bold Take On Fashion
Dubbed one of the coolest fashionistas in Paris, the Togolese creative talks her brand G.Y.D. Studio, journey up the fashion echelons and creating clothes that encourage authenticity.
News
29 September 2020
Togo Makes Historic Appointment with First Ever Woman Prime Minister
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbe recently appointed Victoire Tomegah Dogbe as the country's first ever woman Prime Minister.
Film + TV
27 May 2020
Jahëna Louisin’s Debut Short Film, ‘28 jours,’ is an Homage to Black Fatherhood
Troubled by portrayal of Black fathers in mainstream media, the Haitian-Reunionese filmmaker set out to make a film about loss and humanity.
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