AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFertilizer Industry: Togo has been selected for a phosphate fertilizer hub under WAEMU’s 1.45 trillion CFA franc industrial plan for 2026–30, aimed at reducing reliance on imports and adding value to local minerals. Agriculture: FAO distributed seeds and fertilizer to 1,000 vegetable farmers in the Savanes region to support dry-season production. Digital Services: Togolese fintech firms can apply by November 30 for the BCEAO’s supervised regulatory sandbox; ARCEP is also seeking a contractor for a map showing fiber coverage, speeds and provider options. Investment: Germany pledged €39 million for projects including irrigation, rural roads and the Nangbéto hydro-solar plant. Manufacturing: Lawmakers approved a free-zone reform bill intended to attract industries beyond Lomé, while shared utilities and wastewater treatment in industrial parks could lower costs for cotton processors. Trade Costs: CMA CGM’s new surcharge adds $350 per 20-foot container on China-to-Togo shipments, potentially raising importers’ costs. Public Finance: China agreed to cancel an undisclosed portion of Togo’s debt; the country owed its Export-Import Bank 160.64 billion CFA francs at the end of 2025.
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