Afagnan

Afagnan lies in southeastern Togo, close to the Mono River that forms the natural border with Benin, and belongs to Bas-Mono Prefecture within the Maritime Region. The town is best known for the 'Hôpital Saint-Jean de Dieu', founded in the 1960s by the Hospitaller Order of Saint John of God and today considered one of the finest hospitals in all of West Africa. Patients from Togo, Benin, Ghana, Nigeria and even further afield travel to Afagnan for surgery and specialised treatment. The hospital also runs a nursing school and is one of the area's most important employers. Economically the region has traditionally been shaped by rice cultivation in the Mono floodplains; in recent years tomatoes and vegetables for export have also been produced. The majority-Ouatchi population maintains a rich blend of Christian and Voodoo traditions. An old suspension bridge leads across the river into Benin.

Nearby cities

Lomé

Lomé is situated directly on the Gulf of Guinea and serves as the pulsating political and economic center of Togo.

Tsévié

Tsévié is a major center for palm oil processing, strategically located on the main road heading north.

Aného

Aného, the former capital of Togo, is picturesquely located between a lagoon and the sea.

Tabligbo

Tabligbo is the industrial backbone of the Maritime Region, defined by vast phosphate deposits and cement plants.

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Vogan

Vogan is famous for its large weekly market, drawing traders from across the entire region.

Kévé

Kévé is located near the Ghana border and is known for its fertile soils, primarily producing cassava and yams.

Togoville

Togoville gave the entire country its name and is a site of immense historical and spiritual importance.

Lake Togo

A peaceful lagoon and the spiritual heart of Togo, known for water sports and the historic town of Togoville.

History & landmarks

Saint Therese Cathedral

The magnificent cathedral of Aného is a landmark of the former capital and an important center of the Catholic faith on the coast.

Aneho Bridge

This modern bridge crosses the Aného lagoon, connecting parts of the city and the main road to Benin.

Gnassingbé Eyadéma Airport Terminal

The modern terminal of Lomé's international airport is an impressive example of Togo's modern infrastructure.

National Assembly of Togo

This modern building houses the Parliament of Togo and is a central location for the country's political decision-making.

Stade de Kégué

Togo's largest stadium, located in Lomé, is the venue for national football matches and major athletics competitions.

Nature

Haho River

The Haho River feeds Lake Togo and is crucial for the ecological balance of the lagoon.

Lake Togo

Lake Togo is the largest lagoon in the country and a major center for water sports and fishing.

More places

SCAN Togo Cement Plant

The SCAN Togo cement plant is a large industrial complex belonging to the Heidelberg Materials group.

Togo Carrière Sika-Kondji

This limestone quarry in Sika-Kondji provides the necessary raw material for the region's cement plants.

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WACEM Cement Factory Tabligbo

West African Cement (WACEM) operates a major clinker and cement production facility in Tabligbo.

Heidelberg Materials Tabligbo

The Heidelberg Materials plant in Tabligbo is a state-of-the-art facility for cement clinker production.

Mono Plain

The extensive alluvial plain of the Mono River in southern Togo, characterized by agricultural use.

Historic District of Aného

In Aného, the former capital, numerous buildings in Afro-Brazilian and colonial styles can be found, telling the city's multifaceted hist…

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Mono River Hippo Pool

At certain points along the Mono River, groups of hippos can be observed spending the day in the cool water.

Kouffo Wildlife Reserve

This protected area on the Mono River provides habitat for various primate species and a rich birdlife in the riparian forests.