AGP Executive Report

Digital Interference Watch: France’s Viginum says Israeli firm BlackCore used fake accounts, leaked data and fabricated allegations to influence elections in Scotland, France, Angola, Togo and New York City, targeting figures including Scotland’s John Swinney and pro-Palestine candidates; Viginum says the sponsor behind the operations is still unclear. 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, as the country tackles a large housing deficit. Housing Finance Upgrade: Lomé-based CRRH-UEMOA rebranded as AFINHAB, aiming to expand housing finance across UEMOA and broaden tools like securitization and guarantees. Industrial Jobs Drive: Togo’s Adétikopé Industrial Platform reports about CFA350 billion in cumulative investment over five years, creating 6,580 jobs, with plans to scale up further. Health Alert: Despite strong HIV viral suppression, researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among Togolese children and adolescents, urging tighter surveillance.

Housing & Finance Push: Togo has moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé, Zio Prefecture, after BOAD-financed studies, while Lomé-based CRRH-UEMOA rebranded as AFINHAB to expand housing finance across UEMOA. Industrial Jobs Drive: Adétikopé Industrial Platform says it has pulled in about CFA350bn in investment over five years, creating 6,580 jobs, with plans to scale up toward 20,000 jobs by 2030. HIV Gains, New Worry: Togo reports strong HIV viral suppression but researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among children and adolescents. Regional Integration: Togo’s visa-free move for African citizens is framed as a boost for AfCFTA-style mobility and trade. Security & Disinformation: France’s VIGINUM alleges an Israeli firm, BlackCore, ran coordinated online smear activity linked to elections in Scotland and also mentions Togo among other targets.

Housing & Finance: Togo has moved into the implementation phase of its 20,000-unit housing program in Kpomé-Dalavé after BOAD-funded studies, with officials citing a major national housing shortfall and a push for more inclusive, coordinated delivery. Regional Mortgage Push: Lomé’s CRRH-UEMOA rebranded as AFINHAB, aiming to expand housing finance across UEMOA as the region still grants only a small number of mortgage loans each year. Jobs & Industry: Adétikopé Industrial Platform says it has attracted about CFA350bn in investment over five years, creating 6,580 jobs, and is preparing a second phase to scale output and hiring. Health Watch: Togo reports strong HIV gains but researchers warn of early signs of dolutegravir resistance among children and adolescents, urging vigilance. Governance & Security: Germany and Togo launched the GNOZOU local governance project (CFA4.85bn) in Kara, while Plan International and the EU backed Savanes Kpaadu (CFA1.9bn) to boost resilience, protection, and economic empowerment. Trade & Integration: Togo’s visa-free move for African citizens is framed as a boost to AfCFTA-style integration, and ECOWAS trade ministers in Accra push “mine together, process together” to industrialize minerals. Digital Risk: France’s Viginum alleges Israeli firm BlackCore ran election meddling operations linked to Togo, alongside claims involving Scotland and New York.

Local Governance & Security: Togo’s push for stronger local resilience and governance got fresh backing as Germany and Togo rolled out the GNOZOU project in Kara (CFA 4.85B) to strengthen decentralization, jobs and civic participation, while Plan International and the EU launched Savanes Kpaadu in Savanes (CFA 1.9B) to support civilian protection, violence prevention, education and small-business income for young people and women. Regional Economy & Trade: ECOWAS ministers in Accra backed a “mine together, process together” drive to add value to West Africa’s minerals and boost industrialisation to power AfCFTA, with AfCFTA also projecting intra-African trade at $250bn in 2026. Energy & Investment: The World Bank’s guarantee push aims to raise $6.4B to expand electricity access for 190M Africans, as Togo continues highlighting security-linked development gains at the World Bank Fragility Forum. Digital Interference Watch: France’s Viginum accused Israeli firm BlackCore of election meddling reaching Scotland and also naming Togo among suspected targets.

Local Governance Boost: Togo and Germany rolled out the GNOZOU project in Kara, launching a 4.85 billion CFA plan to strengthen decentralization, local economic development, jobs, civic participation, and better use of local resources. Community Resilience: In Savanes, Plan International and the EU launched Savanes Kpaadu, a 1.9 billion CFA initiative focused on civilian protection, violence prevention, education support, small-business help for 1,120 young people and women, and services for survivors of gender-based violence. Fragility and Peace: At the World Bank’s 2026 Fragility Forum, Togo’s Sandra Ablamba Johnson said the country’s strategy blends early warning, security operations, and community resilience, citing hundreds of completed community projects benefiting hundreds of thousands. Digital MSME Push: Togo’s Agence Togo Digital launched BoD-TPME, an online one-stop tool to help micro, small and medium businesses assess digital maturity and find advisers and solutions. Nuclear Pathway: Togo advanced nuclear safety rules by approving bills to join key international conventions, and Lomé was selected to host NEISA 2027. Regional Energy & Trade: AfCFTA expects intra-African trade to hit $250bn in 2026, while West Africa gas leaders in Accra urged deeper market integration along the Nigeria–Benin–Togo–Ghana pipeline. Cybersecurity Talent: ECOWAS held a regional hackathon in Accra with teams from 12 countries, aiming to build practical defenses against cybercrime.

Togo Digital Push: Togo’s Agence Togo Digital (ATD) launched the Boîte à Outils Digitaux des TPME (BoD-TPME) platform in Kara, a digital one-stop shop to help MSMEs assess their maturity, find tools, and get adviser support—aiming to boost the share of firms using digital services. Nuclear & Energy Planning: Togo lawmakers approved bills to join key nuclear safety and radiological emergency conventions, while Lomé was selected to host NEISA 2027, positioning the country to deepen energy security talks and training across Africa. Security & Governance: Togo and the EU held their 4th political dialogue in Lomé, focusing on peace and security, democracy, governance, and economic cooperation. Trade & Integration: At Biashara Afrika 2026, Togo announced visa-free entry for all Africans with valid African passports for up to 30 days, reinforcing AfCFTA’s push for free movement. Maritime Economy: On World Oceans Day, Togo’s maritime minister said nearly 70% of economic activity depends on the maritime sector and highlighted Port of Lomé’s role as a regional redistribution hub. Regional Context: France’s election watchdog Viginum said Israeli firm BlackCore is suspected of meddling beyond France, including in Togo.

Togo Digital Push for MSMEs: Agence Togo Digital (ATD) launched the Boîte à Outils Digitaux des TPME (BoD-TPME) platform in Kara, offering a digital maturity check, solution catalog, advisers and resources to help small businesses adopt tools; it targets 3,000 firms under Togo Digital 2025. Nuclear Ambitions in Lomé: Togo’s lawmakers approved bills to join key nuclear and radiological safety conventions, while Lomé was selected to host NEISA 2027, a major Africa nuclear innovation summit. EU Security and Governance Talks: Togo and the EU held their 4th political dialogue in Lomé, focusing on peace and security, democracy, governance and economic cooperation. Aviation Hub Event: Lomé will host the AFCAC African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026 (June 15–19) to advance the Single African Air Transport Market and boost financing, cargo and sustainable fuels. Border Trade and Customs: At Aflao, Ghana’s Customs Commissioner assured cross-border women traders of action against illegal extortion and clarified that exports to Togo face no customs duty. Regional Integration Move: At Biashara Afrika 2026, Togo announced visa-free entry for all Africans with valid African passports for up to 30 days.

Digital MSME Push: Togo’s Agence Togo Digital (ATD) launched the Boîte à Outils Digitaux des TPME (BoD-TPME) online toolkit in Kara, offering a digital maturity check, solution catalog, adviser network and practical resources to help small businesses adopt digital tools. Nuclear Safety Drive: Lawmakers in Lomé approved on first reading four bills to let Togo join key nuclear and radiological conventions, aiming to strengthen oversight for safe peaceful use. Aviation & Integration: Lomé will host AFCAC’s African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026 (June 15–19), with plans to advance the Single African Air Transport Market and a ministerial declaration. Trade Without Borders: At Biashara Afrika 2026, Togo announced visa-free entry for African nationals with valid African passports for up to 30 days, subject to security and travel rules. 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, highlighting Port of Lomé’s role. Cybersecurity Focus: Teams from 12 West African countries are competing in Accra’s ECOWAS cybersecurity hackathon to build defenses against rising cybercrime.

Aviation & Integration: Lomé will host the AFCAC African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026 (June 15–19), bringing together governments, airlines, regulators and investors to push the Single African Air Transport Market, cut taxes and charges, expand air cargo, and speed up digital and sustainable aviation fuel plans. Maritime Economy: On World Oceans Day, Togo’s Maritime Economy minister said the maritime sector underpins nearly 70% of economic activity and over 75% of tax revenue, with the Port of Lomé handling 30.6m tonnes in 2024 and transshipment driving growth. Trade & Borders: At Biashara Afrika 2026 in Lomé, President Faure Gnassingbé announced visa-free entry for all Africans with valid African passports for up to 30 days, aiming to boost AfCFTA-style free movement. Cross-Border Compliance: In Aflao, Ghanaian customs officials and the Trans-Border Business Network trained 300+ women traders on safe, legal crossings and tax compliance, warning that using unapproved routes can trigger heavy penalties. Finance: Ecobank shareholders in Lomé approved a first dividend since 2022—$40m for 2025—after record 2025 results. Security & Development: UNDP urged Gulf of Guinea conflict prevention to be rooted in local communities, citing socioeconomic fragilities alongside arms and illicit economies.

Cross-Border Trade Support: In Aflao, the Trans-Border Business Network trained 300+ women traders on safe trading and tax compliance, urging use of approved routes to protect livelihoods. Customs Crackdown on Extortion: Ghana’s GRA Customs Commissioner assured traders of action against illegal demands at the border, stressing only four official checkpoints and that goods exported to Togo face no customs duty. AfCFTA Integration Push: 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 intra-African trade under AfCFTA. Banking Returns in Lomé: Ecobank shareholders in Lomé approved a first dividend since 2022, with a $40m payout for 2025 after strong results. Climate Finance in Lomé: A green diplomacy conference is set for June 30 in Lomé, focusing on ESG finance, climate resilience, and mobilizing funding for adaptation and development.

Ecobank Dividend Boost: Ecobank Transnational Incorporated shareholders in Lomé approved a $40m dividend for 2025, the first payout since 2022, after reporting record 2025 results and strong capital headroom. Climate Finance & Green Policy: A Lomé conference on green diplomacy and ESG finance (June 30) will push climate finance as a lever for economic development, linking to Togo’s climate law and green budgeting. Gulf of Guinea Security: UNDP says Gulf of Guinea conflict prevention must be rooted in local communities, citing socioeconomic fragilities alongside arms and illicit economies. Cross-Border Trade Compliance: In Ketu South, women traders face fines up to 300% of duty for using unapproved border routes; a workshop in Aflao urged use of official posts and tax compliance. Electric Mobility Investment: Spiro secured $215m equity to expand EVs and battery-swapping across African markets, including Togo. Health Lab Training: JICA and Ghana’s NMIMR are training healthcare professionals from Togo and other countries in modern lab skills to fight infectious diseases.

Banking & Markets: Ecobank shareholders meeting in Lomé approved a $40m dividend for 2025, the first payout since 2022, after record FY2025 results (profit before tax $801m) and a capital adequacy ratio of 16.7%. Climate Finance in Lomé: A green diplomacy conference makes its second stop in Lomé on June 30, pushing climate adaptation and ESG finance as drivers of economic development, with Togo citing a growing climate funding gap. Security & Community Prevention: UNDP says Gulf of Guinea insecurity must be tackled through community-led approaches, linking threats to local socioeconomic fragilities, illicit economies and small arms. Health Capacity Building: JICA and Ghana’s Noguchi institute are training lab professionals from Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Togo and Zambia to strengthen infectious-disease diagnostics and lab management. Trade & Cross-Border Bottlenecks: NACCIMA’s road trip to Togo highlights delays, multiple checkpoints and non-tariff barriers that raise the cost of cross-border trade. Energy & Environment: A study warns that charcoal and fuelwood dependence is accelerating forest loss and health risks, including in Togo.

Regional Security & UN Response: The UN launched a Gulf of Guinea conflict-prevention platform in Lomé, rolling out a 2026-2029 Prevention Facility to coordinate action across Togo and four other countries on governance, civilian protection, and local jobs as Sahel-linked insecurity spills south. Trade & Border Bottlenecks: NACCIMA led a Lagos-to-Togo road trip to Biashara Afrika 2026, flagging delays, multiple checkpoints, and non-tariff barriers that raise costs for exporters crossing borders. ECOWAS Health Regulation: In Lomé, WA-MRH steering talks approved a 2026–2030 sustainability plan to strengthen medicines regulation and improve access to quality-assured products across ECOWAS. Digital Policy in Togo: Togo IGF 2026 is set for June 19 in Lomé, with sessions on AI, data, cybersecurity, digital rights, and “digital sovereignty,” plus youth and student forums June 17-18. Banking in Lomé: Ecobank shareholders approved a $40m dividend payout at its Lomé AGM, after record 2025 profits. Energy & Climate: Togo and Team Europe launched a five-year protected-areas partnership in Sokodé to restore ecosystems and build an inclusive green economy.

World Cup Build-Up: FIFA says it will collect items after every match at the 2026 World Cup, continuing a long-running museum trail that already includes historic memorabilia like Pelé’s 1958 tracksuit. ECOWAS Security & Peace: The UN launched a Gulf of Guinea conflict-prevention platform in Lomé, aiming to coordinate action across five countries on governance, civilian protection, and local economic development. Banking Returns: Ecobank shareholders in Lomé approved a $40m dividend payout for 2025, marking the first distribution since 2022 after record profits and improved efficiency. Digital Policy in Lomé: Togo will host its Internet Governance Forum on June 19, with discussions on AI, data, and digital sovereignty. Aviation Spotlight: Lomé is set to host the African Air Transport Convention & Expo (June 15–19), positioning Togo as a growing aviation hub. Energy & Health: Liberia commissioned its first grid-connected solar plant, while ECOWAS medicines regulators in Lomé approved a 2026–2030 sustainability plan to strengthen access to quality medicines.

Ecobank Dividend Boost in Lomé: Ecobank Group shareholders approved a US$40m dividend payout for 2025 at the bank’s AGM in Lomé, marking the first dividend since 2022 after record 2025 results, including profit before tax of $801m and improved efficiency. Togo Digital Policy Push: Togo’s Internet Governance Forum (June 19 in Lomé) will bring together public, private and civil society actors to debate digital sovereignty and governance challenges in the AI and big-data era. Security and Community Protection: The UN launched a Gulf of Guinea conflict-prevention platform in Lomé, aiming to coordinate action across five countries on governance, civilian protection and local economic development. Protected Areas, Local Jobs: Togo and Team Europe launched a five-year partnership in Sokodé to strengthen protected-area management while supporting an inclusive green economy through restoration, climate adaptation and community value chains. Regional Volunteering Forum: Lomé hosts the 8th ECOWAS Forum of National Volunteer Agencies (June 2–4), focused on turning volunteering knowledge into practical tools and better data. Aviation Spotlight for Lomé: AFCAC confirmed plans for the African Air Transport Convention & Expo 2026 (June 15–19) in Lomé, targeting Africa’s air transport liberalization and connectivity.

Banking in Lomé: Ecobank shareholders approved a $40m dividend for 2025—the first payout since 2022—after record results, including $801m profit before tax and a lower cost-to-income ratio of 48.3%. Digital policy in Togo: Lomé will host the 2026 Internet Governance Forum on June 19, with sessions on AI, data, cybersecurity, digital rights and “digital sovereignty,” plus youth and student forums on June 17-18. Environment & jobs: Togo and Team Europe launched a five-year partnership in Sokodé to strengthen protected-area management and build an inclusive green economy through restoration, climate adaptation and community-led value chains. Security & borders: A UN-backed regional dialogue in Lomé launched a Gulf of Guinea Prevention Facility (2026-2029) to coordinate action on violent extremism, trafficking, displacement and local tensions. Health capacity: Biomedical lab scientists and technicians from six countries, including Togo, are training in modern diagnostics and lab management to respond to emerging infectious diseases.