Togolese student dies by suicide after failing BAC 1 exam in Kpalimé

The city of Kpalimé in Togo is in mourning following the death of a student from Zomayi High School, which occurred shortly after the release of the 2026 BAC 1 exam results.

The young woman took her own life by hanging on Sunday, 7 June, after discovering that she had failed the BAC 1 2026 examinations. This tragedy has sent shockwaves through the educational community, classmates, and residents of the area.

The incident has reignited concerns about the psychological pressure students face during exam periods and the urgent need for better support systems for learners in distress. Education stakeholders are emphasising that failing an exam does not define a student’s future and are calling for strengthened counselling and mental health services for young people.