# Togo educational reforms and school year preparations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/togo-educational-reforms-and-school-year-preparations > Updated: 2026-09-12T20:43:36.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 2. The 2026-2027 academic year has officially commenced in Togo, characterized by the implementation of significant educational reforms. A key development is the introduction of ‘classes métiers’ (vocational classes), designed to encourage early career discovery among both primary and secondary students. Building on previous preparations, the University of Lomé is expanding its curriculum to include Portuguese, Russian, Turkish, and Chinese to enhance student employability. Additionally, local authorities in the Golfe 1 commune and various NGOs, such as the Ligue Togolaise pour la Protection de l’Enfance (LTPE), continue to support the start of the year by distributing school kits to vulnerable children. In Togo’s Central Region, prefects from the Tchaoudjo, Mô, Blitta, Tchamba, and Sotouboua prefectures conducted inspections of public and private primary and secondary schools. Officials reported that teachers and students were present and some classes had already begun lessons. To facilitate the return to school, security forces were deployed at intersections to manage student traffic. Authorities also emphasized a commitment to improving scientific education to enhance future employment opportunities. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: West Africa marks 2026-2027 school year start with reforms and infrastructure updates The 2026-2027 school year has begun across West Africa, featuring educational reforms in Togo, infrastructure improvements in Côte d'Ivoire, and logistical preparations in Algeria. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/togo-prepares-for-2026-school-year-with-safety-and-aid ### 2026-09-05: Togo Ministry of National Education reviews school year in Atakpamé Togo's Ministry of National Education is meeting in Atakpamé to review the 2025-2026 school year and plan strategic orientations for the 2026-2027 academic session with key stakeholders. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/togo-ministry-of-national-education-reviews-school-year-in-atakpam --- Cite as: Togo educational reforms and school year preparations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/togo-educational-reforms-and-school-year-preparations