Faure Gnassingbé’s dynastic power play sparks youth anger

A new constitution in Togo has allowed long-time leader Faure Gnassingbé to assume the role of prime minister, evading presidential term limits, sparking widespread protests in Lomé, resulting in at least five deaths. Frustrated youth, led by musicians and activists rather than traditional opposition, are expressing anger against a regime that has been in power for nearly 60 years.

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