Africa Niger The number of schools forced to close due to insecurity in conflict-affected areas has increased from 312 to 377 in recent months, Unicef reported; more than 300 schools were closed in 2020, affecting nearly 22.00 children
Africa Niger Thousands of Nigeris marched through the streets of Niamey on Saturday in support of the ruling National Council for the Protection of the Homeland and to denounce foreign attempts at destabilisation
Africa Niger From 19 to 21 November, the capital Niamey will host the 'Conference in Solidarity with the Peoples of the Sahel', a three-day event dedicated to the urgent struggles and aspirations of the Sahel peoples
Africa Niger Political leader Hama Amadou, head of the Niger Democratic Movement for an African Federation, has passed away at the age of 74; he held key positions within the institutions and served twice as Prime Minister
Africa Niger Exports of rice, cereals and other food products have been banned to all countries except the member countries of the Alliance of Sahel States to protect local supplies