The Independence Monument (French: Monument de l'Indépendance) in Lomé, the capital of Togo, was built as a tribute to the country's independence from France on 27 April 1960.

[1] The sides of the silhouette bear a number of inscriptions, including one which says in French: "People of Togo, because of your faith and sacrifice, the Togolese nation was born.

"[2] Another side bears the national motto and the following inscription: "Proclamation of the independence of Togo, 27 April 1960.

It is located near the Palais des congrès de Lomé [fr], which houses the Togo National Museum.

[3] Paul Ahyi, a renowned Togolese artist who designed the country's national flag, was a contributor to the monument.