Niger

  • Oct 20, 2023
  • 2 min read

Niger junta fears will keep Bazoum a hostage

The junta yesterday claimed they thwarted an attempt to exfiltrate detained President Mohamed Bazoum to Nigeria

Niger
  • Oct 11, 2023
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Coup designation may worsen Niger-US ties

The US has announced that it now officially considers the military takeover in Niger to have been a coup d'etat

Niger
  • Oct 6, 2023
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France's withdrawal from Niger to encounter obstacles

The French defence ministry yesterday announced that it would begin withdrawing forces from Niger this week

Niger
  • Sep 29, 2023
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Insecurity may delay Niger dam completion

Jihadists launched an attack near the Kandadji hydroelectric dam project, a key element in Niger's development plans

Niger
  • Sep 25, 2023
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French retreat from Niger may expose US interests

France has announced it is withdrawing its forces from Niger

Niger
  • Sep 18, 2023
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West Africa's new junta alliance will be symbolic

The Burkinabe, Malian and Nigerien juntas have signed a defensive military alliance

West Africa
  • Sep 11, 2023
  • 7 min read

The junta's grip on power may strengthen in Niger

The junta has concentrated on consolidating its authority since overthrowing President Mohamed Bazoum in July

Niger
  • Sep 4, 2023
  • 2 min read

France's troop presence in Niger is not sustainable

Large demonstrations have been organised against the French military presence after France's refusal to withdraw

Niger