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The first-ever Togo GRIT (Flagship Technological Innovation Event in Togo) Summit will take place in Lomé, 29–30 October 2025, showcasing Togo’s emergence as one of Francophone Africa’s fastest-growing hubs for technology and innovation.

Organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Digital Transformation of Togo, the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ – Germany), the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of Luxembourg, and the European Union through GIZ Togo, this summit will bring together startups, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders from across the continent and beyond to strengthen connections with Togo’s innovation ecosystem.

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The summit will highlight high-potential startups at different stages of growth, from pre-seed to scale, through curated pitch sessions. 

In addition, the program will feature keynotes and panel discussions led by prominent voices in business, technology, and investment, providing a platform to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and unlock new opportunities.