Bridge Collapse Disrupts Trade and Health Access: Kongo (Tempane District) is still reeling after a bridge collapsed following heavy rain on July 10, cutting off the area from the district capital and leaving traders unable to move farm produce to market; residents also report a case where a patient died after transport to a health facility became impossible. Togo’s Court Reform for Faster Business Justice: The government has approved a bill to modernize commercial courts, including digital procedures, tighter deadlines, videoconference hearings, and a new insolvency chamber to speed up collective debt cases and protect viable businesses. AfDB Leadership in Togo’s Constituency: Malika Dhif, representing Togo at the African Development Bank, is highlighted for her role in board strategic decisions and her background in public finance and resource mobilization. Electricity Payment Pressure in the Region: Nigeria’s electricity regulator reports weak Q1 2026 payment performance by Benin, Togo and Niger, with only $4.82m paid out of $17.48m billed, leaving about $12.66m outstanding. PIA Exports Boost Garment Trade: Togo’s Adétikopé Industrial Platform exported 210,000 garments and textile products to the U.S. in 2025, supported by cotton-processing strategy and Port of Lomé logistics. Fraud Crackdown in Construction Tenders: Togo’s construction contractors warn members about fraudulent bid documents as ARCOP bars companies from public procurement for years, urging internal audits and transparent joint ventures. Regional Pastoral Economy Funding: Togo and 12 other African countries launched a €60m program to strengthen pastoral economies across West Africa and the Sahel, focusing on governance, animal health, value-chain competitiveness and regional trade.