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Kpémémé is a port town in Togo, located approximately 35 km northeast of Lomé. Its primary function is to handle phosphate shipments, making it a key site for Togo's valuable phosphate deposits. The town is situated in the coastal region of Togo, which features sandy beaches, tidal flats, and shallow lagoons. Togo itself is one of the smallest countries in Africa and relies on exports like coffee, cocoa, and peanuts, alongside its phosphate resources, for its standard of living.123

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