Togo
Togolese Republic
People: Togolese
Togo is located in Western Africa and has a population of around 8.1 million. Its capital city is Lomé, and the most widely spoken official language is French.
Togo — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Togolese Republic |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Lomé |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 8,095,498 |
| Area | 56,785 km² |
| Currency | West African CFA franc (XOF) Fr |
| Official Language | French |
| Dialling Code | +228 |
| Internet TLD | .tg |
| Timezone | UTC |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | TG / TGO |
| Borders | Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Togo
What is the capital of Togo?
The capital of Togo is Lomé.
What currency does Togo use?
Togo uses the West African CFA franc (XOF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Togo?
The official language of Togo is French.
What is the dialling code for Togo?
The international dialling code for Togo is +228.
What side of the road does Togo drive on?
Togo drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Togo
Benin
Burkina Faso
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