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TOGO Summit 2025
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The Togo Summit will take place on 29 to 30 October 2025 in Lomé, Togo. As part of AfricArena’s series of six hybrid regional events across four regions in Africa, the Summit serves as a key stepping stone leading up to the AfricArena Grand Summit in Cape Town in early December.
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This Two-day conference will gather startups, investors, and corporates from West Africa and across the continent. The event will showcase high-potential startups at different stages of growth. Seed to Growth, through curated pitch sessions. Alongside the pitches, the program will feature insightful keynotes and panel discussions led by leading voices in business, technology, and investment, offering a platform to exchange knowledge, foster collaboration, and unlock new opportunities in the region’s innovation ecosystem.
TOGO WEEK
OCTOBER 25 - 26, 2025
Founders Bootcamp
LEX (Learning Expedition)
OCTOBER 27, 2025
OCTOBER 28, 2025
VC Night
OCTOBER 29 - 30, 2025
Summit
FAQ: Travelling to Togo
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Which airlines fly to Togo?Togo’s only international airport is Lomé–Tokoin International Airport (LFW) in the capital, Lomé. Several airlines offer direct flights there: ASKY Airlines operates around 70% of flights to Togo. It serves routes from many African cities including Accra, Abidjan, Lagos, Nairobi, Dakar, and Douala Flight Connections. Ethiopian Airlines has service from Addis Ababa to Lomé, and is also a key regional connector Flight ConnectionsFinancial Times. Additionally, other carriers operate from Europe and the U.S., such as flights from Paris, Brussels, Washington D.C., and Newark Flight Connections.
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What’s the best way to find affordable flights to Togo?Use comparison tools like Skyscanner, Momondo, Cheapflights, or Google Flights. Recent examples: Return flights from South Africa cost around ZAR 11,000–18,000 Cheapflightsskyscanner.co.zaethiopianairlines.com. From the U.S., the cheapest upcoming fare found is $797 with Skyscanner Skyscanner.
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Do you need a visa to go to Togo?Visa rules vary by nationality: ECOWAS citizens (Economic Community of West African States) are visa-exempt and can enter without a visa ivisatravel.com. Citizens of about 15 countries can visit visa-free; 3 more are eligible for visa-on-arrival; around 214 countries qualify for an e-visa; and 6 countries must obtain a visa in advance Visa List. The e-visa must be applied for online, at least 5 days prior to travel, via Togo's official government portal World Travel Guide. For South African citizens: You do not need a visa visarequirements.info. However, some sources say an entry visa on arrival is needed for up to 7 days and recommend applying in advance TravelstartVisaHQVisa List. Given these discrepancies, it’s best to check Togo's embassy or consulate website for your specific case.
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When should I apply for my e-visa?Apply at least 5 days before travel via the official government website World Travel Guide.
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What other international travel considerations should you know?Safety & Security: Exercise high caution due to social unrest, violent crime, and politically motivated protests. Travel to the area within 30 km of the Burkina Faso border should be completely avoided due to terrorism and kidnapping risks Travel.gc.catravel.state.gov. Customs: For South African travelers, Togo allows importing gifts valued up to CFA 200,000 per year hinterlandtravel.com.
