Togo: Strengthening the fight against land degradation, a bold and inclusive environmental vision
Togo has taken a new step in its environmental preservation policy with the launch of an ambitious land degradation control project in the Central Region, initiated in Sokodé. Led by the Ministry of Environment and Forest Resources in collaboration with development partners, this initiative aligns with the Togolese government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the resilience of local territories against the impacts of climate change.
In a country where over 23,000 hectares of land are degraded each year, ecosystem restoration is no longer optional—it is a strategic necessity. The project aims to promote sustainable agroecological practices, restore degraded landscapes, and encourage participatory management of natural resources. This long-term vision reflects a strong commitment by the State to place the environment at the heart of national development.
Beyond technical aspects, the human impact is significant. The program will provide new economic opportunities for rural communities while ensuring improved food security. It is part of a broader movement, alongside the Forests4Future project and the ten-year reforestation policy launched in 2021, which together aim to restore over one million hectares by 2030.
Togo thus reaffirms its environmental leadership in West Africa. Through determined public action based on international cooperation and ecological innovation, the country is shaping a greener, more inclusive, and sustainable future—an ambitious yet achievable goal, driven by enlightened governance.
