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Togolese Scorecard

Country profile

Togo is a West African country with a narrow coastal plain and a diverse interior of savannas and forests, known for its rich traditional arts and crafts. It has a population of 9.3 million, a population growth rate of 2.33%, and a median age of 18.82 years.

Its history features a blend of indigenous kingdoms and French colonial rule, which have together shaped its cultural and administrative landscape.

Today, Togo is working to harness its cultural diversity and natural resources to promote economic growth and sustainable community development while preserving its traditional heritage.

Its capital city is Lomé.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Togo improved by 7.7% from 2022 to 2023

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GDP Growth in Togo improved by 11.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Unemployment Rate in Togo improved by 0.4% from 2023 to 2024

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Inflation Rate in Togo improved by 31.1% from 2022 to 2023

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Income Inequality in Togo improved by 10.8% from 2018 to 2021

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Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Togo improved by 0.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Infant Mortality Rate in Togo improved by 2.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Human Development Index showed no change from 2021 to 2022

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Suicide Mortality Rate in Togo improved by 0.4% from 2020 to 2021

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World Happiness Report in Togo worsened by 13.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Freedom in the World in Togo worsened by 2.4% from 2023 to 2024

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Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Togo improved by 35.7% from 2019 to 2022

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Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Togo improved by 3.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Control of Corruption in Togo improved by 3.1% from 2022 to 2023

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Government Effectiveness in Togo improved by 10.5% from 2022 to 2023

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Political Stability in Togo worsened by 20.3% from 2022 to 2023

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Rule of Law in Togo improved by 4.2% from 2022 to 2023

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Voice and Accountability in Togo worsened by 3.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Togo improved by 6.7% from 2022 to 2023

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Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Togo worsened by 8.5% from 2019 to 2020

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Renewable Energy Consumption in Togo worsened by 1.4% from 2020 to 2021

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