Togo and IAEA Sign Country Programme Framework to Boost Nuclear Science for Development

Togo’s government and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) formalized a five-year cooperation plan on 9 February 2026, signing the Country Programme Framework (CPF) in Vienna. The CPF outlines priority areas for technical collaboration and nuclear technology transfer to support national development goals.

Under the agreement, Togo will work with the IAEA to expand the peaceful use of nuclear technologies in key sectors including food and agriculture, health and nutrition, water and the environment, and energy and industry. These areas were identified as central to improving food security, enhancing medical services and exploring sustainable energy options.

Officials said the programme will strengthen Togo’s ability to apply nuclear techniques to address real-world challenges from boosting agricultural productivity and managing natural resources to improving diagnostic and treatment capabilities in healthcare.

Togo, a member of the IAEA since 2012, recently increased its engagement with the agency, being elected to the IAEA Board of Governors for the 2025–2027 term and establishing a national Atomic Energy Commission in 2025 to support implementation of its nuclear policy.

The partnership also aims to build national capacity in research, regulatory oversight, safety and radiation protection, ensuring that nuclear applications are used safely and effectively while strengthening institutional frameworks.