Togo seeks to provide greater flexibility to its electricity sector while strengthening its capacity to attract investment. The Council of Ministers, convened on 6 October 2026 under the presidency, adopted a draft law that provides for an overhaul of the current framework, with new opportunities to produce, store, purchase, and sell electricity.
One of the main developments concerns companies and other large electricity consumers. The text provides for allowing them, under certain conditions, to choose their supplier directly rather than relying solely on the existing supply mechanism.
They will also be able to produce some of the electricity they need, particularly from renewable sources, and re-inject unused energy into the grid. This development is intended to diversify supply sources and better meet the growing needs of economic activities.
This opening is accompanied by a strengthening of the role of independent producers, that is, companies that produce electricity without being directly integrated into the public operator. The draft law also recognizes electricity storage, an important development with the growth of renewable energies, whose production can vary depending on sunlight or weather conditions.
The government also intends to promote the gradual installation of smart meters, capable in particular of transmitting consumption information, while strengthening the protection of grids against cyber risks. See also- Sub-Saharan Africa: Togo leaves the group of low-income countries Special economic zones will benefit from additional opportunities to secure their supply.
They will notably be able to produce their own electricity or conclude contracts directly with Togolese producers or those from other countries in the region. For the companies located there, the challenge is to have more available energy and to better control costs related to their activities.
For the authorities, this development should also help strengthen the attractiveness of industrial zones. The reform also provides for the progressive connection of isolated electrical grids to the national grid.
It also intends to strengthen exchanges with the regional electricity market, allowing Togo to diversify its supply sources beyond its own production. The draft law thus aims to adapt the sector to rising demand, improve service continuity, and create a more favorable environment for investments, with the ambition of supporting both population access to electricity and the development of economic activities.
Fanuelle YAO Published on 07/10/26 14:41 The Editorial Staff