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Niger is a landlocked country in West Africa bordered by Libya to the north-east, Chad to the east, Nigeria to the south, Benin and Burkina Faso to the south-west, Mali to the west and Algeria to the north-west. The capital is Niamey, located on the Niger River in the south-western part of the country. With a population of about 25-million, Niger is one of the world's fastest-growing nations demographically, though it remains one of the poorest countries by GDP per capita. The economy is dominated by subsistence agriculture, livestock herding and uranium mining, with Niger ranking among the top global uranium producers. The currency is the West African CFA franc. The country operates as a semi-presidential republic, though it has experienced recurrent military coups, including one in July 2023 that removed the elected president. Niger is a member of the Economic Community of West African States and the African Union. Much of the country lies within the Sahara and Sahel, making it vulnerable to desertification, drought and food insecurity. Security challenges include insurgencies by jihadist groups operating across the Sahel and Lake Chad basin. Since gaining independence from France in 1960, Niger has faced ongoing struggles with governance, development and regional stability.

Niger News


Uranium that is commonly known as
Southern Africa’s regional uranium production looking up as demand outlook rises
13th May 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The symbol U and the atomic number 92 are once again among the energy elements being looked at with greater intensity amid global fossil fuel supply disruption and growing demand for triuranium... 


Mining leaders to explore resource nationalism and licence security at arbitration conference
24th April 2026

With a growing number of African nations seeking to assert greater control over their natural resources, the resulting renegotiation of mining deals has, in certain instances, created significant... 


Debaters on whether Africa is disrupted or repositioned don’t pull their punches
Debaters on whether Africa is disrupted or repositioned don’t pull their punches
24th April 2026 By: Tracy Klückow

In a team debate to unpack opposing views, four experts – two for and two against – unpacked whether Africa is emerging a winner amid current geopolitical disruption. 


Mining Leaders to Explore Resource Nationalism and Licence Security at Arbitration Conference
Mining Leaders to Explore Resource Nationalism and Licence Security at Arbitration Conference
22nd April 2026

With a growing number of African nations seeking to assert greater control over their natural resources, the resulting renegotiation of mining deals has, in certain instances, created significant... 


Uranium developer Global Atomic faces potential class action
Uranium developer Global Atomic faces potential class action
26th February 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Toronto-listed uranium developer Global Atomic has been notified of a proposed class action lawsuit filed in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against the company and its CEO, Stephen Roman.... 


Australian uranium miners in Namibia bullish on outlook as prices surge
Australian uranium miners in Namibia bullish on outlook as prices surge
12th February 2026 By: Reuters

Australian miner Paladin Energy is on track to complete the ramp up of its Langer Heinrich uranium mine in Namibia to reach maximum output from July as higher prices help to accelerate mining... 


Mali takes 51% stake in China-backed local explosives venture
26th January 2026 By: Reuters

Mali has taken a 51% stake in a new industrial‑explosives venture with China’s Auxin Chemical Technology, its Council of Ministers said, tightening state control over critical mining inputs and... 


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