Your Expat Community in Lomé

Facts about Expat Life and the Local Economy in Lomé

Newcomers to the city will soon start exploring the many unique sights to be found, including the unusual offerings of the fetish market and bustling 3-story Lomé Grand Market, selling all types of day-to-day items, from clothing to fresh produce. Residences can be found in the west of the city facing the sea, where fishermen launch their boats in a decidedly quieter area than the main center. Much of Lomé's economy is focused on the import and export industry, in particular coffee, cocoa, cotton, and palm oil. The city also has an oil refinery, the University of Lomé, and a growing tourist industry.

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Meet Other Expats at InterNations Events in Lomé and Grow Your Network

With InterNations, you are part of a community of fellow travelers and once you arrive in Lomé, you can start meeting them in person and building a new network of friends. Our regular events provide a fun, easy-going atmosphere in which to build new friendships and make contacts. Our groups, on the other hand, are more dedicated certain hobbies. When you're ready to join in, look at our groups page, find something which sounds good to you, and start exploring the city with seasoned expats by your side. Making new friends is all part of the adventure and couldn't be easier with InterNations.