Visa-Free Travel Boost: Togo has scrapped entry visa requirements for all African nationals for stays up to 30 days (effective May 18, 2026), with travelers still required to complete an online pre-arrival registration at voyage.gouv.tg at least 24 hours before arrival. Regional Open Borders: The Republic of Congo announced visa-free access for all Africans starting January 1, 2027, joining a growing list including Togo, Ghana, Rwanda, Benin and Kenya—aimed at boosting intra-African trade and tourism. Coastal Protection in Aného: World Bank officials visited Aného to inspect WACA coastal protection works, including progress on groynes and lagoon channel filling to reduce erosion and flooding risks. Roads for Tourism & Trade: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development reports major momentum on African transport projects, including 92% completion of Togo’s Sokodé–Bassar road rehabilitation. Maritime Security: Obangame Express OE26 wrapped up after a three-week maritime readiness exercise in Cameroon, with Togo among participating countries. Coffee Market Access: China will grant full quarantine access for eligible coffee beans from 53 African countries (including Togo) starting July 20, 2026, using unified phytosanitary requirements to streamline approvals.