Thursday, February 25, 2010

Quick facts about Togo

Togo is ranked as one of the poorest nations in the world, its ranked by the human development index at 159 out of 182. Access to health care is inadequate, the under five mortality rate is 140 out of 1000 babies born. Life expectancy is only 58.

Capital
Lome
Area
56,785km2
Population
5,285,501
Language
French, Ewe, Mina, Kabye, Dagomba (plus many more)
Currency
CFA
Government
Currently in the election process
Religion
Indigenous beliefs 51%, Christian 29%, Muslim 20%.

If you read my last post you'll know I cant wait to get there. I leave home in a week today!

1 comment:

  1. So excited for you as you prepare to leave for Togo...trusting God has prepared the way! Enjoy meeting up with Maggie in London. She is excited, but not sure she is ready, alot to do in the small amount of time she has left.

    God is Good!!

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