As part of his vision to strengthen Togo’s energy sovereignty and ensure a successful energy transition, President Faure Gnassingbé has embarked on an ambitious program to develop energy infrastructure across the country. In line with this commitment, construction work on the Dapaong solar photovoltaic power plant, located in northern Togo, is set to begin on April 22, 2025. This project is part of the Regional Emergency Solar Power Intervention Initiative.
The Dapaong facility follows the recent commissioning of the Blitta solar plant and marks another significant step in Lomé’s national energy strategy, which aims to achieve universal electricity access by 2030. In addition to building new facilities, the government is also planning to expand existing infrastructure to further boost the country’s energy production capacity.
Beyond electrification, the construction of the Dapaong plant addresses the socio-economic and security vulnerabilities facing the northern region. It aligns with the Emergency Program for the Savanes Region, which aims to strengthen the resilience of local communities. Once operational, the plant will provide electricity to over 60 rural localities.
By adding Dapaong’s solar plant to the existing Blitta installation and other ongoing energy projects, Togo is reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development and equitable energy access—key drivers of growth and stability in its most underserved areas.
