The Latest Breaking News from Niger

Nigeria Government Reassures Public Of Sufficient Petrol Supply Amidst Fuel Price Concerns

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources Heineken Lokpobiri said the government wanted to make it clear it was not controlling petrol prices because the sector was deregulated, and added they were working hard to quickly resolve the situation, following which the prices will stabilize.

International Business Times · Sep 6, 2024

‘There’s a lot to be built still’: the architect Mariam Issoufou on excavating the past to build Africa’s future

One of the continent’s most-sought after designers draws inspiration from the traditional mud-brick building to create modern, sustainable structures

The Guardian - UK · Sep 2, 2024

Niger and Nigeria renew security cooperation after post-coup fallout

Nigeria and Niger have signed an agreement to enhance their security cooperation, despite lingering tensions between the neighbouring West African countries following Niger’s coup a year ago.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 30, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war spills into west Africa: Mali attacks signal dangerous times ahead

Russia suffered significant blows to its reputation in mid-2024. An attack on its territory by Ukraine came as a surprise. In west Africa, the Wagner mercenary group, supported by Russia, suffered one of its heaviest fatalities in Mali.

The Conversation · Aug 16, 2024

Chad appeals for aid as dozens killed in floods linked to climate change

Floods in Chad’s northeastern province of Tibesti have claimed the lives of at least 54 people, authorities have said. The heavy rains are also causing devastation in neighbouring Niger and Sudan, with more rainfall expected across central Africa due to climate change.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 16, 2024

Camels, swords and dance: The film of Mdou Moctar's concert at the edge of the Sahara desert is a thing of joy and magic

Nigerien desert rocker Mdou Moctar performed at the Sultans' Palace in the historic centre of Agadez

Louder · Aug 14, 2024

‘They rape us before we can cross’: Women, girls fleeing violence in Mali

Women and girls fleeing armed groups in Mali claim sexual assault by Malian soldiers at border with Niger.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2024

Niger follows Mali, cutting ties with Ukraine over support to rebel groups

Niger’s military junta has announced it has cut diplomatic ties with Ukraine, following a similar decision by neighboring Mali, after Ukraine admitted it had provided intelligence to rebel groups involved in a fight in northern Mali that killed dozens of Malian soldiers along with fighters of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 7, 2024

US military completes withdrawal from last base in Niger

The US military has withdrawn its forces from its final base in Niger, the Pentagon has said. It comes more than a year after coup leaders in the country told them to leave.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 6, 2024

U.S. Hands Over Last Military Base In Niger To Locals

U.S. hands over last military base in Niger, ending counterterrorism operations due to Niger's shift towards Russia for security cooperation.

Top News · Aug 5, 2024