General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Lomé |
| Country | Togo |
| Currency | West African CFA franc |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.7% |
| Gdp | $5.173 billion |
| Size | 56,785 km² |
| Population | 8,278,737 |
| Population density | 145.7/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.9 |
| City population | 41.6% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 28∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | French |
| Population able to read | 76.5% |
| Population with a college degree | 11.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 33.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 43.1 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | ASKY Airlines |
| Main airport | Lomé-Tokoin Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 10% |
| Vat | 18% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1200 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 4.19/MBits |
| Tld | .tg |
| Free wifi | 3/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 15.2% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 75% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type E, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sundays |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Casino |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie Nouvelle |
| Drugstore | Pharmacie Centrale |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | NA/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 4/10 |
| Public Parks | 6/10 |
| Swimming | 5/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Akple | A staple food made from cornmeal and water, served with a variety of soups and stews | 1-2 |
| Fufu | A starchy dish made from pounded cassava or yams, served with soups and stews | 1-2 |
| Agbeli | A spicy stew made with okra, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Gbo | A soup made with okra, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Djenkoume | A dish made with fermented beans, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Kondre | A dish made with groundnuts, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Akpan | A dish made with beans, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Koklo | A dish made with corn, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Ablo | A dish made with yams, tomatoes, onions, and fish or meat | 2-3 |
| Agouti | A dish made with game meat, tomatoes, onions, and spices | 3-4 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Tchapalo | A traditional beer made from fermented millet or sorghum | 1-2 |
| Sodabi | A distilled spirit made from palm wine | 3-5 |
| Bissap | A refreshing juice made from hibiscus flowers | 1-2 |
| Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic beverage made from ginger, sugar, and water | 1-2 |
| Fanta | A popular carbonated soft drink | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Kente cloth | A colorful woven fabric used for traditional clothing | $10-$50 |
| Wood carvings | Intricate carvings made from local hardwoods | $5-$100 |
| Brassware | Decorative items made from brass | $5-$50 |
| Pottery | Handmade ceramic items | $5-$20 |
| Baskets | Woven baskets made from natural materials | $5-$20 |
| Jewelry | Handmade jewelry made from beads, shells, and other materials | $5-$50 |
| Drums | Traditional musical instruments made from wood and animal skin | $20-$100 |
| Masks | Ceremonial masks used in traditional dances | $20-$100 |
| Paintings | Colorful paintings depicting local scenes and people | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Independence Day | April 27 | Commemorates Togo’s independence from France in 1960 |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Ascension Day | 40 days after Easter | Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Pentecost | 50 days after Easter | Commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Assumption Day | August 15 | Commemorates the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | Honors all Christian saints |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Togo-Presse |
| Online news | Republicoftogo.com |
| Tv | TVT |
| Radio | Radio Lomé |