Dapaong

Dapaong is a city located in the Kara Region of north-central Togo, a small West African country. It is the capital of the Kara Region and a major urban center in the area. The city is situated approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles) from the border with Ghana.

With a population of over 90,000 people, Dapaong is the fifth-largest city in Togo. The city is an important commercial center, with a significant market selling a variety of goods, including food, clothing, and local handicrafts. Dapaong is also a major agricultural hub, serving as a key distribution point for crops produced in the surrounding region.

Climate-wise, Dapaong is characterized by a tropical savanna climate, with two main seasons: a dry season, which runs from October to April, and a wet season, lasting from May to September. The average temperature in the city is around 26 degrees Celsius (79 degrees Fahrenheit).

Dapaong is home to several important infrastructure projects, including a major road connecting it to the Ghanaian border. The city is also a key transportation hub, with a small airport that serves a limited number of domestic flights. A significant percentage of the city's population is engaged in subsistence farming and small-scale trade, with agriculture being a critical component of the local economy.

Historically, Dapaong was founded near a major intersection of two ancient trade routes connecting Northern Ghana and Southern Burkina Faso with the coast of Dahomey (present-day Benin). Today, Dapaong serves as an important regional center, creating economic and cultural ties with its neighboring countries.