TOGO – Country Information

Population:
Togo has a population of 8,608,444 as of 2020.

Size:
56,775 sq km / 21,921 sq mi (just smaller than West Virginia)

Capital City:
The capital city, Lomé, is located in the southwestern part of the country.

Ethnic Groups:
22.2% Ewe
13.4% Kabre
10% Wachi
5.6% Mina
5.6% Kotokoli
43.2% Other

Religion:
43.7% Christian
35.6% Traditional Religions
14% Muslim
6.2% Other / Nonreligious

Languages:
French

Ewe, Mina, Kanye, and Dagomba are also widely spoken in Togo.

Geography:
Togo is a long and slender nation in west Africa and consists of lagoons, mangroves, savannas, and plateaus.

Economy:
Togo is a small nation but has one of the highest standards of living in Africa despite it still being relatively poor compared to the rest of the world. This is due to a well developed export sector based on agriculture. 

Interesting Fact:
The average lifespan in Togo is just over 60 years.

Important Facts:
In 1885, Togo became a protectorate of Germany. During World War 1, both the British and French took control. Togo gained independence on August 30, 1956.