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Togo Opposition Demands Return to Previous Constitution Amid Mounting Political Tensions

Hundreds of protesters gathered in Vogan, Togo, on Saturday to demand the restoration of the country's previous constitution, intensifying opposition to constitutional reforms that shifted executive power and extended President…

Africa News Now July 27, 2026

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African Leaders Join Macron at Paris Peace Forum Focused on New Global Coalitions

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday welcomed world leaders to the Élysée Palace for the opening of the 8th annual Paris Peace Forum, a two-day gathering aimed at building new…

Africa News Now October 31, 2025

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Togo President’s Sister-in-Law And Ex-Defense Minister Arrested For Criticising Government

Togolese security forces have arrested Marguerite Gnakadè, the sister-in-law of President Faure Gnassingbé and a former defense minister, at her home in Lomé on Wednesday, according to local media and…

Africa News Now September 18, 2025

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Togo Gears Up for Municipal Elections Amid Tensions and Last-Minute Campaign Push

Togo’s municipal election campaign is entering its final stretch ahead of the July 17 vote, with political activity ramping up across the country after a slow start. Campaigning, which began…

Africa News Now July 14, 2025

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Togo Issues Arrest Warrants for Exiled Activists Behind June Protests

The Togolese government has issued international arrest warrants for leaders of the M66 Citizens’ Movement, a coalition of bloggers, exiled activists, and opposition voices behind the June 2025 anti-government protests…

Africa News Now July 11, 2025

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Togo Blames Diaspora-Led Disinformation for Violent Unrest Following Constitutional Reforms

The Togolese government has accused foreign-based actors of orchestrating a targeted disinformation campaign that sparked violent protests across several neighborhoods in the capital, Lomé, from June 26 to 28. In…

Africa News Now July 1, 2025

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Seven Killed in Togo Protests as Faure Gnassingbé’s Constitutional Reforms Spark Unrest

At least seven people have died and dozens more have been injured during ongoing anti-government protests in Togo’s capital, Lomé, according to preliminary figures released by civic groups on Sunday,…

Africa News Now June 30, 2025

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Togo Braces for Nationwide Youth-Led Protests Against President Gnassingbé’s Two-Decade Rule

Widespread youth-led protests erupted across Togo on Thursday, June 26, amid escalating political tensions over President Faure Gnassingbé’s 20-year rule. The demonstrations—set to continue through Saturday—were organized via social media…

Africa News Now June 27, 2025

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Togo Opposition and Civil Society Back Nationwide Youth Protests Over New Constitution

Togo’s political tensions are reaching a boiling point as a coalition of seven opposition parties and civil society organizations announced their full support for youth-led protests scheduled from June 26…

Africa News Now June 25, 2025

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Togolese Rapper Aamron Freed After Controversial Psychiatric Detention Sparks Outrage

Togolese rapper and activist Aamron was released on June 21 after spending nearly a month in involuntary psychiatric detention at Zébé Hospital in Aného, following his arrest on May 26.…

Africa News Now June 23, 2025

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Togo Protests Erupt Over Constitutional Reforms Extending President Gnassingbé’s Rule

Widespread protests have broken out across Togo following controversial constitutional reforms that could allow President Faure Gnassingbé to extend his 19-year rule indefinitely. Demonstrations, particularly in the capital Lomé, have…

Africa News Now June 12, 2025