Togo launches first national tourism week to showcase cultural heritage
Togo is inaugurating its first National Tourism Week (SNT) this week, a landmark initiative signaling a strategic shift to position the country’s cultural and natural riches at the heart of its development agenda.
From September 29 to October 3, 2025, the nation is turning its focus to its tourist sites, local traditions, culinary delights, and artisanal crafts.
The establishment of this dedicated week underscores the Togolese government’s firm commitment to transforming tourism into a pillar of national development a strategic lever for economic growth, job creation, and enhancing the country’s international profile.
This cultural week is one of several reforms authorities have undertaken to boost the sector.
Exchanges with tourism operators and stakeholders are planned across all regions to help build a tourism policy tailored to local realities.
This participatory and inclusive approach is deemed essential for defining concrete and sustainable actions.
The National Tourism Week is thus a welcome initiative. It celebrates Togolese identity, stimulates the local economy, and strengthens the sense of national belonging.
By showcasing the country’s treasures and actively involving its citizens, Togo is paving the way for a more inclusive and sustainable tourism model.
Kodjovi MAKAFUI
