Capital: Lomé

Population: 7,407,808 (estimated in 2015)

Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)

Official Language: French

Unofficial Languages: Ewe and Mina, Kabye, Dagomba

Main Religions: Indigenous beliefs, Christianity, Islam

Ethnic Groups: Various African tribes, including: Ewe, Mina, and Kabre

Largest Cities: Lomé, Sokode, Kara, Atakpame

Main Sport: Football

Political System: Republic transitioning to Multiparty Democratic Rule