Niger

Niger Reopened Its Budget, and the Army Is One of Seven Reasons

Niger raised its 2026 budget 2% to 2,980.54 billion CFA francs, about US$5.3 billion. Security is one of seven reasons...

August 25, 2026

The Sahel Juntas Open a Parliament in Niamey

Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger convene their first joint parliamentary session in Niamey this week. Members were appointed, not elected.

August 24, 2026

Niamey Enforces Plastic Bag Ban in Supermarkets From 2027

The Niger plastic bag ban is being enforced as Niamey gives supermarkets until 31 December 2026 to switch before penalties...

August 13, 2026

Niger’s Western Security Belt Becomes the Sahel’s Main Battleground

Attacks on civilians in Niger’s western security belt surged over 120% in 2025, making Tillabéri the Central Sahel’s deadliest region...

July 16, 2026

US–China Race for Africa’s Minerals Heats Up in Namibia and Niger

The US–China race for Africa’s minerals intensifies as Washington pursues offtake deals in Namibia and uranium-rich Niger becomes a geopolitical...

July 15, 2026

Niger’s Satellite Deal with Russia: Reshaping Sahel Security

Niger's recent agreement with Russia's Glavkosmos marks a significant shift in the Sahel region's security approach. Signed on November 1,...

November 4, 2024

France Faces Loss of Uranium Supply From Niger as Iran Pursues Nuclear Material

Orano, a major French nuclear company, has decided to suspend its uranium mining operations in Niger. This move comes after...

October 24, 2024

Niger’s Economic Crossroads: Navigating Growth and Challenges

Niger stands at a critical juncture as it approaches 2030, grappling with fiscal demands projected to exceed its capacity by...

August 20, 2024

Sonatrach Reignites Operations in Niger: A Strategic Move for Regional Stability

Founded in 1963, Algeria's Sonatrach has evolved from a local oil entity into a global oil and gas giant.

August 8, 2024