The community of Boulo village, located in the Kpangalam canton, Tchaoudjo 1 commune, was recently engaged in an awareness campaign on the significance of literacy. This initiative was undertaken by the regional directorate in charge of Solidarity, as part of the belated celebration of the 2026 International Literacy Day. The event was held under the theme "Literacy for Peoples, Planet, and Prosperity".
During the event, the community was educated on the impacts of literacy and the challenges faced by illiterates. They were encouraged to participate in and register for the upcoming reopening of the second learning center. The awareness campaign included demonstrations of reading and writing skills by learners, showcasing the positive impact of literacy on their daily lives.
The representative of the mayor of Tchaoudjo 1 commune, M. Daro Ouro-Akondo, emphasized that this celebration marks the beginning of a new mobilization effort towards achieving a 100% literate commune. He highlighted that for 60 years, UNESCO has reminded people that learning to read and write is not a luxury, but a fundamental right and a dignity.
According to Anadi Palamwé, head of the literacy and non-formal education division, there are at least 80 literacy centers in the region, with 721 learners in basic structures. He encouraged the population to disregard mockery and emphasized that literacy is not only about reading and writing, but also a tool for empowerment, social inclusion, and poverty reduction.
Tchakondo Gande, vice-president of the Regional Framework for Concertation of Actors in Literacy and Non-Formal Education, stated that the community was revisited to mobilize them further for the second literacy center, which had not functioned well. He expressed pride in seeing the community adhere to the initiative.
The International Literacy Day is celebrated annually on September 8 to remind the public and decision-makers of the importance of literacy as a fundamental human right and a lever for sustainable development. This year's celebration aimed to promote literacy as a means to build more informed, just, prosperous, peaceful, and sustainable societies.
The event concluded with a call to action, encouraging the community to prioritize literacy and take advantage of the available learning opportunities. The regional directorate in charge of Solidarity is expected to continue its efforts in promoting literacy and education in the region.
Key points
- The Togolese community in Boulo village was sensitized on the importance of literacy as part of the 2026 International Literacy Day celebration.
- The event aimed to promote literacy as a means to build more informed, just, prosperous, peaceful, and sustainable societies.
- There are at least 80 literacy centers in the region, with 721 learners in basic structures.
