In 2024, Togo took decisive steps to improve the quality of its education system, strengthening general, technical and higher education. These reforms, driven by a strategic vision, reflect a determination to adapt the education system to the needs of the country's economic and social development.
General education: a course for modernization
The general education sector continued its transformation, notably with the recruitment and deployment of new teachers, mainly in science subjects, to meet growing demand for technical skills. At the same time, digitalization has gained ground, marked by the distribution of IT equipment to schools and a particular focus on extracurricular activities. These initiatives aim to equip students with the tools they need to evolve in an increasingly digitalized world.
Technical education: a shift towards work-linked training and digital technology
Technical education and vocational training have expanded significantly, notably with the opening of an Institut de Formation en Alternance pour le Développement (IFAD) dedicated to renewable energies. In addition, two other IFAD specialists in livestock breeding and aquaculture are currently under construction, demonstrating the importance attached to these promising trades for the national economy.
With 44 work-study training centers now operational, training opportunities in strategic trades such as plumbing, mechanics and construction have expanded considerably. The modernization of technical education also relies on the integration of digital technologies into curricula, reflecting a national priority to align education with the realities of the job market.
Higher education: structuring reforms
The year 2024 was also marked by two major reforms in higher education. Firstly, the pooling of teaching skills across all public universities is designed to optimize human resources and promote equality between institutions. Secondly, the transformation of the Office du brevet de technicien supérieur (OBTS) into the Office des examens professionnels du supérieur (OEPS) has made it possible to redefine assessment procedures to harmonize standards between the public and private sectors.
These initiatives are accompanied by strengthened partnerships with national and international institutions, helping to position Togolese higher education as a strategic lever for innovation and development.
A vision for the future
The progress made in 2024 reflects a clear vision: to build an inclusive, modern education system geared to the needs of the job market. Whether in general, technical or higher education, Togo is embarking on an ambitious drive to prepare its young people to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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