Togo

Togolese Republic

"A West African country known for its palm-fringed beaches, hilltop villages, and voodoo traditions."

Western Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Lomé

6.14°, 1.21°

Official Languages

French

Population

9.3M

Total Area

56.79K km²

Population Density

163.85 people per km²

Currency

West African CFA franc

Fr

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#96
9,304,337

Total Population+2.3%

2023
#176
62.7 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#107
44.5%

Urban Population

2023
#21
4.19

Fertility Rate

2023
#157
37%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#150
$9.2B

GDP+6.4%

2023
#172
$985.7

GDP per Capita

2023
#77
2.9%

Inflation

2024
#15
1.9%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#103
37.9

Gini Index

2021

Frequently Asked Questions About Togo

What is the capital of Togo?

Togo's capital city is Lomé.

What is the population of Togo?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Togo is approximately 9.3M people. This makes it the 96th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Togo?

Togo spans a total area of approximately 56,785 square kilometers (21,924.8 square miles).

Which continent is Togo in?

Togo is located in Africa, specifically within the Western Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Togo?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Togo is approximately $9.17B USD. This ranks Togo as the 150th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.