Togo and the blue economy

With 38 countries located on the coast, Africa cannot afford to ignore its marine wealth. Its awareness is a reality, and with the adoption of the Lomé Charter, we now possess the tools we need to properly manage these resources. All that remains to be done is for the states to ratify the charter in order to enable it to achieve its expected results.

Blue Innovation. The emergence of a real Togolese blue economy is one of your government’s priorities. What does this sector of activity represent within Togo’s national economy, and to what extent do you expect the sector to grow?

Robert Dussey. The blue economy is a powerful lever for development in our countries, and this sector of activity is already quite present within the Togolese economy.