Togo
Africa · Western Africa
Small West African state: phosphate exports, stable but authoritarian rule.
At a Glance
📈Togo's Human Development Index
0.547
Low human development#161 of 191 countries worldwide, #27 of 54 in Africa.
Higher than 16% of countries with data. UNDP Human Development Report.
UNDP builds the index from three dimensions: a long and healthy life, being knowledgeable, and a decent standard of living. They are measured by life expectancy at birth, mean and expected years of schooling, and gross national income per capita.
Closest indicators in this dataset
World Bank, own vintages. UNDP’s own component values are not carried here, so these are related measures rather than the index inputs.
Nearest countries by HDI
Full HDI ranking, all 191 countries →Togo
Togo is a thin strip of West Africa running from a narrow Atlantic coast north through palm forests, hills, and savanna to the Sahelian plains. The culture is a blend of Ewe, Kabye, and many other traditions, with a tradition of voodoo markets, vibrant textile crafts, and a warmth of welcome that surprises most who visit. It suits travellers looking for a compact West African journey that includes both coast and interior.
- One of the world's largest phosphate producers — a key fertiliser ingredient.
- The country is only 100km wide at its widest point.
Quick Facts
Capital
Lomé
Language
French
Currency
Fr XOF
Area
54,390 km²
Nomad Hub
Fixed Broadband
35Mbps
GDP / Capita
$1K
PPP / Capita
$4K
Inflation
0.4%
Unemployment
2.0%
Innovation (GII)
18.1
GNI / Capita
$1K
Tax Revenue
13.9%
FDI Inflows
0.8%
Education Spend
4.1%
Price Level Index
76th pct
20-Year Trend + IMF Forecast
Income & inflation over time
HDI since 1990
0.399 → 0.547 (+0.148)Year by year →UNDP Human Development Report, 2023-24 edition. 33 annual values, none interpolated; hover any point for its year.
Twenty years here
Year by year →The world report →World Bank observations, first to last available year per indicator (roughly 2005–2024; each series has its own window).
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💬Quick answers
What is Togo's Human Development Index?
Togo's Human Development Index is 0.547 (UNDP Human Development Report), ranked #161 of 191 countries.
Is Togo safe?
Togo scores 2.25 on the Global Peace Index (lower is more peaceful), ranked #118 of 160 countries by the Institute for Economics & Peace. That measures national-level peace, not street crime; both are covered below.
What is life expectancy in Togo?
Life expectancy at birth in Togo is 62.9 yrs (World Bank), ranked #179 of 195 countries.