Togo will host its first Industry Week from November 16 to 22, 2026, showcasing the country's industrial sector and investment opportunities. The event is organized by the ministry overseeing investment promotion, industry and economic sovereignty.
The week will focus on "Accelerating Togo's Industrialization: Productive Transformation, Innovation and Competitiveness," with a program of industry-focused activities, business meetings and factory visits.
The main event will take place at Palais des Congrès in Lomé, bringing together investors, manufacturers and local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Participating factories will also open their doors to visitors, offering a closer look at production lines and how local products are made.
The event is also designed to introduce the public to manufacturing careers and the skills required in the sector. Visitors will have opportunities to meet industry professionals and learn about the different stages of industrial production.
The program will also target schoolchildren, university students, graduates and apprentices, introducing them to career opportunities, employer requirements and available training programs. Organizers hope to encourage interest in technical and vocational education to help address the manufacturing sector's demand for skilled workers.
The government also hopes the event will encourage greater interest in locally manufactured products and strengthen ties among manufacturers, investors and educational institutions. By bringing students and prospective workers into contact with industry professionals, the initiative seeks to draw more young people toward careers in manufacturing.
Esaïe Edoh