UN Secretary-General Celebrates Fertility Day in Togo

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UN Secretary-General António Guterres made his first statement in 2026. He was in Sokode, Togo, for Fertility Day celebrations.

He wished Togo could overcome its colonial past quickly. He hoped it would become a developed and rich country.

Guterres followed many local traditions during his visit. He drank palm wine and danced with local people.

He washed his feet in a river and watched horse races. He called these special events the main ones of January.

Guterres said Togo is a wonderful country with very kind people. He also plans to visit Namibia later in January.

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Where did António Guterres make his first statement in 2026?

He made his first statement in Sokode, Togo.

What did Guterres hope for Togo's future?

He hoped Togo would become a developed and rich country.

What local traditions did Guterres follow during his visit?

He drank palm wine and danced with local people.

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