Film & Culture Funding: Togo is moving to make its National Film and Audiovisual Fund (FoNSICA) operational soon, after a stakeholder review of the legal and administrative framework, with financing expected from parafiscal levies, permit-linked fees, a dedicated production tax, plus donations and grants. Governance & Integrity: In Lomé, World Bank-backed capacity building for project implementers focused on fraud and corruption risks, stressing accountability in procurement, contract awards, and cost control. Regional Trade & Digital Health: Tunisia and Togo signed an MoU for regular foreign-ministry consultations, with AfCFTA trade priorities (Tunisian olive oil/dates and Togolese cocoa) and a 2026-2027 work plan covering digital health, higher education, and research. Aviation for AfCFTA: At an air transport forum in Lomé, AfCFTA officials urged removal of travel barriers so African entrepreneurs can cross borders for business without visa delays. Energy & Oversight: The World Bank flagged stronger financial oversight needs for Togo’s development projects, while also warning Sub-Saharan growth may slow in 2026 due to energy shocks and weaker demand. Women’s Economic Support: UNFPA and the Aného municipality are funding a Women’s Center in Glidji to train women in skills and entrepreneurship and link them to microfinance. Construction Sector Pressure: Togo’s building and public works firms told “Media Days” that domestic companies struggle with bank financing and that delays and quality issues often reflect failures across the whole project chain.