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Togo

Togo
Capital
Lomé
Population
8.6M
Area
56,785 km²
Language
French

Togo is a country in West Africa, Africa. Its capital is Lomé, with a population of approximately 8.6M and a total area of 56,785 km². The official language is French and the currency is the West African CFA Franc (XOF).

📊 Quick Facts about Togo

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Population
8.6M
total residents
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Total Area
56,785 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
151/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$8.1B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$942
per person
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Currency
West African CFA Franc (XOF)
legal tender
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Language(s)
French
official
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Coastline
56 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+0
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1960
established
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Local Time in Lomé

Togo covers an area of 56,785 km² with a population density of 151/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $8.1B ($942 per capita) and gained independence in 1960. It has a coastline of 56 km.

Did You Know?

Lomé is home to the world's largest Voodoo fetish market — Akodessewa — where animal skulls, dried herbs and ritual objects are sold for traditional medicine and spiritual ceremonies. Togo is the birthplace of Voodoo in the region.

💡 Interesting Facts about Togo

  1. Lomé has the world's largest Voodoo fetish market — Akodessewa.
  2. Togo's Lomé Grand Market is run entirely by female traders called Nana Benz.
  3. The Batammariba people build unique mud tower-houses — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  4. Togo has one of West Africa's longest uninterrupted coastlines facing the Gulf of Guinea.

✈️ Travel Information for Togo

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Best Time to Visit
November–March
Tropical, dry season November–March
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Cost of Travel
💚 Low Budget
Budget — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$2–5
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$20–50
per night
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Visa
Visa on arrival / e-Visa
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 220V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Togo on the Map

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📍 Lomé, Togo

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🏆 Togo World Rankings

1st
Voodoo Market
Akodessewa — world's largest Voodoo market in Lomé
1st
Phosphates
One of West Africa's largest phosphate exporters
1st
Koutammakou
UNESCO mud tower-houses of the Batammariba people
1st
Lomé
Lomé — only African capital on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea with beach access

🏛 Must-See Places in Togo

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Akodessewa Voodoo Market

The world's largest fetish market — animal skulls, herbs and ritual objects for Voodoo ceremonies

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Koutammakou

UNESCO landscape of mud tower-houses (Takienta) built by the Batammariba people since the 17th century

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Cascade de Kpimé

A beautiful waterfall in the Plateau Region — Togo's most visited natural attraction

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Lomé Grand Market

One of West Africa's most vibrant markets — run entirely by women traders called Nana Benz

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Togo

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Benin
Porto-Novo
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Nigeria
Abuja
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Burkina Faso
Ouagadougou
🇬🇭
Ghana
Accra

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Togo

What is the capital of Togo?

The capital of Togo is Lomé.

What language is spoken in Togo?

The official language(s) of Togo are French.

What is the population of Togo?

The population of Togo is approximately 8.6M.

What currency does Togo use?

Togo uses the West African CFA Franc (XOF).

What continent is Togo in?

Togo is located in Africa, in the West Africa region.

What is the GDP of Togo?

Togo has a GDP of $8.1B, with a GDP per capita of $942.

What is the best time to visit Togo?

The best time to visit Togo is November–March. The climate is Tropical, dry season November–March.

Do I need a visa for Togo?

Visa on arrival / e-Visa

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