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25 January 2025
Nigeria Confronts a Rising Terrorist Threat in the North
As Nigeria targets the Lakurawa group in its northwest, UN officials warn of growing terrorist networks threatening West African stability.
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News
17 September 2024
Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso to Launch New Confederation Passport Despite ECOWAS’ Push for Reintegration
This new development underlines the hardline stance of the three junta-led governments with regard to their relationship with ECOWAS.
News
16 May 2024
What’s Responsible for the Strained Relationship Between Benin and Niger?
Both West African countries had been in agreement on operating Africa’s longest crude oil pipeline, but diplomatic tension may put the project in jeopardy.
Music
29 February 2024
Nigerien Rock Band Mdou Moctar Announce New Album, ‘Funeral for Justice’
The dizzying title track has been released as its lead single, along with a jam session music video.
Politics
31 October 2023
US Announces Removal of Uganda and Three Other African Countries From AGOA Trade Deal
President Biden takes action over human rights and democratic governance concerns, expelling Uganda, Gabon, Niger, and CAR from the beneficial AGOA trade program.
News Brief
11 October 2023
Niger's Military Rulers Order UN Official Out Within 72 Hours
Tensions escalate as Niger's junta demands the immediate departure of top UN diplomat amid accusations of exclusion and diplomatic struggles.
News
14 August 2023
Deposed Niger President Faces Treason Trial as Coup Leaders Take Legal Action
Leaders of the recent coup in Niger have announced that deposed President Mohamed Bazoum will face trial for treason due to unspecified communications with foreign powers.
News Brief
28 July 2023
Soldiers Announce Coup in Niger, Remove President from Power
Soldiers stage coup in Niger, toppling President Mohamed Bazoum and suspending institutions. Regional stability is at risk amidst ongoing insurgency and governance concerns.
News
05 December 2022
Niger Singer Hamsou Garba Dies At 64
One of Niger's prominent musicians, Hamsou Garba, has died at the age of 64.
Music
12 May 2022
Mdou Moctar Treads Lightly On 'Afrique Refait' Remix Album
The Niger guitarist and songwriter gets remixed by many of Africa's cutting-edge electronic producers in Afrique Refait.
Music
09 June 2021
Mdou Moctar Explains the Meaning of 'Afrique Victime'
We chat to the high-flying Niger guitarist about his latest album and the role colonial powers have played in crimes across his Tuareg community and the rest of Africa.
Music
05 March 2021
Mdou Moctar Announces Debut Album 'Afrique Victime'
The album is a collaboration between Mdou, his band members and his rhythm guitarist Ahmoudou Madassane.
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