Togo, [a] officially the Togolese Republic, [b] is a country in West Africa. It is bordered by Ghana to the west, Benin to the east and Burkina Faso to the north. [11] It is one of the least developed countries and extends south to the Gulf of Guinea, where its capital, Lomé, is located. [11]

Feb 1, 2025 · Togo, country of western Africa. Lomé, the capital, is situated in the southwest of the country and is the largest city and port. Until 1884 what is now Togo was an intermediate zone between the states of Asante and Dahomey, and its various ethnic groups lived in general isolation from each other.

Dec 17, 2023 · Togo is a small country located in West Africa occupying an area of only 56,785 sq. km. The country extends as a long strip of land from its southern coast on the Bight of Benin. Togo's coastline is only 56 km long. Togo is largely made up of rolling savannahs in the north, a hilly central region, and a flat coastal plain in the south.

The history of Togo can be traced to archaeological finds which indicate that ancient local tribes were able to produce pottery and process tin. During the period from the 11th century to the 16th century, the Ewé , the Mina , the Gun , and various other tribes entered the region.

Togo (officially the Togolese Republic, in French: République togolaise) is a small country in West Africa. It is bordered by Ghana to the west, Benin to the east and Burkina Faso to the north. The capital city Lomé is located along the Gulf of Guinea .

May 21, 2024 · Togo, a narrow strip of land on Africa's west coast, has for years been the target of criticism over its human rights record and political governance. Gaining independence...

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History of Togo, a survey of the important events and people in the history of Togo. The country, located in western Africa, is home to many ethnic groups, having a mix of some Indigenous groups and immigrants, or descendants of immigrants, from other parts of western Africa.

Togo country profile: official web sites of Togo, links and information on Togo's art, culture, geography, economy, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital of Togo, airlines, embassies, universities, tourist boards and newspapers.

Apr 19, 2019 · Togo, officially the Togolese Republic, is a country in West Africa. It has an area of 56,785 square km. Lomé City is its capital and largest city. French is its official language and West African CFA franc (XOF) is its official currency.