Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome FI2L

Lome International Book Festival

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Arts & CultureLome
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration2 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsFI2L stands out as one of the few dedicated
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: XOF
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome FI2L in Lome

The Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome, FI2L, is Togo's international book fair, held at the CETEF Togo 2000 exhibition center in the capital. Founded and promoted by writer-diplomat Steve Bodjona through his literary club Le Litteraire, the fair gathers Togolese and West African publishers, authors and readers for signings, literary cafes and panel discussions celebrating Francophone African literature.

The Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome, known by its French acronym FI2L, grew out of one man's effort to build a home for Togolese literature.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

FI2L stands out as one of the few dedicated international book fairs in Togo, giving Togolese literature a stage alongside regional Francophone African writing

02

The mystery stays covered

Its sixth edition, held in 2026, included a cafe litteraire session built around Ahmed Ayandedji's short-story collection Problemes d'adultes, exploring youth precarity and parental responsibility, showing how the fair pairs commercial book sales with substantive literary discussion

03

The city starts moving

Earlier editions hosted established figures such as writer Ayi Hillah as guest of honor in 2019

04

The water draws everyone in

Because founder Steve Bodjona built the fair through his own literary club rather than a state ministry, FI2L retains a grassroots, author-led character uncommon among national book fairs in the region

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The fair channels Togo's oral storytelling and griot heritage into printed form

Water and renewal

Living ritual

and its programming spotlights Ewe- and Kabiye-rooted narrative themes alongside French-language fiction

The sacred route

Living ritual

reflecting the country's push to preserve indigenous storytelling traditions through the medium of the modern book

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Smart-casual suits an indoor exhibition-hall event: light trousers or a skirt with a short-sleeved shirt or blouse works well in Lome's humid tropical heat, and comfortable shoes suit a day...

Safety

Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome FI2L is best approached as a guest: follow local crowd guidance and avoid blocking participants.

Where to stay

Choose lodging by the part of Lome you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

XOF

Family friendly

unknown

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Lome, West Africa, Togo

Nearest airportLFW — Lomé–Tokoin
TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaChoose lodging by the part of Lome you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Lome via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Lome, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for April.Compare faresFestival gearSmart-casual suits an indoor exhibition-hall event: light trousers or a skirt with a short-sleeved shirt or blouse works well in Lome's humid tropical heat, and comfortable shoes suit a day of walking between stalls.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Togo and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome FI2L?

Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome FI2L is listed for Past edition: 24–25 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Foire Internationale du Livre de Lome FI2L take place?

The festival is listed in Lome, Togo. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

2 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Needs editorial review. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Lome, West Africa, Togo

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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