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11 Nigerien soldiers killed in terrorist ambush near Algeria

Eleven Nigerien soldiers lost their lives on Friday in a deadly ambush claimed by a terrorist group in the northern region of the country, close to the Algerian border, according to local sources reported on Saturday. The attack targeted a patrol from the Agadez Special Intervention Battalion, which......

Military governments in West Africa withdraw from ECOWAS

The military-led governments of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have formally exited the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), marking a significant shift in regional politics. The regional bloc, headquartered in Nigeria, confirmed their withdrawal in a statement on Wednesday, finalizing......

Four Moroccan Truck Drivers Vanish in High-Risk Burkina Faso-Niger Border Zone

Four Moroccan truck drivers have gone missing in a volatile region near the Burkina Faso-Niger border, raising alarm among transport professionals and authorities. The incident, which occurred on January 18, highlights the escalating security risks in an area increasingly plagued by jihadist activity. The......

Austrian Woman Kidnapped in Niger Amid Rising Security Concerns

An Austrian woman has been kidnapped in Niger, marking the first abduction of a European citizen in the country since the military coup of 2023. The Austrian Foreign Ministry confirmed the incident on Sunday, stating that its embassy in Algeria, which also covers Niger, had been notified and was in communication......

Morocco's Pivotal Role in Sahel Mediation: A Diplomatic Bridge Between West and Military Regimes

Morocco has emerged as a crucial intermediary between Western nations and the military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. This diplomatic prowess was recently showcased through the successful negotiation for the release of four French DGSE agents, who had been detained in Burkina Faso since......

OCP Africa Partners with Niger to Transform Agricultural Value Chains

OCP Africa, a subsidiary of Morocco’s OCP Group, has entered into a landmark partnership with Niger’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to improve the country’s agricultural value chains. The agreement, announced on Friday, aims to promote sustainable agricultural development and......

Sahel Alliance Announces Visa-Free Policy for ECOWAS Nationals

In a significant diplomatic move, the authorities of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have declared that their countries will now operate as a visa-free zone for citizens of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This announcement, made on a Saturday evening, marks a bold step by the three......

 Transforming Agriculture in Niger A Strategic Partnership for Sustainable Growth  

OCP Africa, a subsidiary of the OCP Group, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Niger’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to revolutionize agricultural value chains in the country. This agreement, supported by the World Bank, reflects OCP Africa's dedication to sustainable......

Niger Suspends BBC, Files Lawsuit Against RFI Over ‘Inciting Genocide’ Claims

The government of Niger has taken strong action against international media, suspending BBC broadcasts for three months and filing a lawsuit against Radio France Internationale (RFI) for allegedly “inciting genocide.” The measures followed reports by RFI and the BBC about a deadly terrorist......