Contribution socio-culturelle et économique de la poterie dans le canton de Bolou (Commune Zio 2) au Togo

The women potters of Bolou are experiencing difficulties in the production of various pottery materials. Nevertheless, they are developing winning strategies to empower themselves and cover their needs and those of their families. This article is based on a qualitative approach, using in-depth individual interviews, focus groups, observation and photography. The results underline the cultural originality of pottery through the specialization of the villages Adanto, Bolougan, Klokpoe and Kpeme in the production of different utensils and the preservation of cooperative solidarity among women potters. In addition, the economic usefulness of this township's pottery products in households and religious practices encourage trade and tourism, which provide women potters with income, which they invest in personal expenses and children's education.