ASED supports Togo students while France reforms energy subsidies

In Togo, the association Actions Solidaires pour les Enfants en Difficulté (ASED) launched its ‘Un kit, une chance’ pilot project to support vulnerable families in the Lacs 3 commune. On September 3, 2026, the organization distributed school supplies, including bags, notebooks, and writing tools, to 151 children in Agovoudou and surrounding areas. The initiative specifically targets orphans, children with disabilities, and those facing neglect or abuse to ensure they can begin the school year with confidence.

In France, significant changes to energy renovation subsidies took effect on September 1, 2026. The MaPrimeRénov’ program has shifted its focus from individual ‘gesture-based’ improvements to comprehensive, large-scale renovations. Consequently, isolated works such as certain wood-burning heating equipment, specific heat pumps for water heating, solar thermal systems, and standalone insulation or ventilation projects are no longer eligible for these specific grants. The government aims to prioritize decarbonized heating and more efficient, holistic energy performance upgrades.

Additionally, as the 2026 school year begins, experts highlight various social aids available to French families that often go unclaimed. These include school transport subsidies, regional youth cards, and canteen discounts. Reports suggest that billions of euros in social aid remain unrequested annually due to complex application processes or lack of awareness regarding eligibility.