Togo is considered one of Africa’s most successful countries in promoting women’s economic rights, according to the latest World Bank report Women, Business and the Law 2026, which was presented in Lomé.

The country ranks second on the continent in terms of legal frameworks—behind Mauritius, but ahead of Ivory Coast and Cabo Verde. This achievement reflects sustained reforms aimed at strengthening gender equality in the economic sphere.

The report highlights notable legislative progress in key areas. Togo achieved excellent scores in pay, asset management and pensions, which, according to the World Bank, indicates a high level of formal equality before the law. Improvements were also recorded in business and flexible working arrangements, contributing to greater economic inclusion for women. The report, which covers 190 economies worldwide, evaluates legal frameworks, public policies and their practical implementation across eight areas related to women’s participation in economic life.

The Togolese authorities have pledged to continue reform efforts, with the aim of strengthening support mechanisms and promoting inclusive, long-term growth. In this context, a conference on the country’s recent legal reforms was also held, attended by Togolese women parliamentarians. It was organised on the initiative of the Caucus of Women Parliamentarians and the Association of Women in Parliamentary Administration, as part of the celebrations for International Women’s Day (IWD 2026), under the theme “Rights, Equality, Action for all Women and Girls”.

Under the leadership of Ibrahima Mémounatou, Vice-President of the National Assembly, participants discussed how to increase understanding and ownership of the new legal provisions in order to strengthen gender equality and protect women’s rights.