AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS Travel Rules: The U.S. kept full entry bans for nationals of Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger and Sierra Leone in 2026, while partial visa restrictions hit Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo—meaning tougher scrutiny for millions of West Africans. Togo Trade & Industry: At Adétikopé’s PIA, Togo exported 210,000 garments to the U.S. in 2025, building on AGOA-linked access and Port of Lomé logistics. Public Procurement Integrity: Togo’s construction contractors warned against fraudulent bid documents as ARCOP lists more firms barred from tenders. Regional Livestock Economy: Togo and 12 other countries launched a €60m pastoral-economy program in Lomé to boost animal health, value chains and cross-border trade. Electricity Demand: CEET projects Togo’s electricity consumption to rise about 32% by 2030, driven by grid connections and industrial growth at PIA. Governance & Courts: Togo approved reforms to modernize commercial courts with digital procedures and a specialized insolvency chamber, plus a new Deposits and Consignments Fund to mobilize long-term domestic financing. Sports (Lomé): Nigeria’s Flamingos arrived in Lomé for the U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier second leg vs Benin, with a 3-2 aggregate lead.
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