Military governments lead West African trio out of ECOWAS regional blocMilitary governments in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have formally withdrawn from ECOWAS, escalating regional tensions and challenges to the bloc's authority.
ECOWAS loses membership of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger DW 01/29/2025Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, citing French influence and seeking closer ties with Russia.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawalECOWAS is trying to convince Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to stay in the bloc during a six-month grace period.
Nigeria, Niger agree to rebuild frayed security ties DW 08/29/2024Nigeria's military and Niger's junta have agreed to strengthen security ties despite past tensions after a coup in Niger.
Military governments lead West African trio out of ECOWAS regional blocMilitary governments in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have formally withdrawn from ECOWAS, escalating regional tensions and challenges to the bloc's authority.
ECOWAS loses membership of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger DW 01/29/2025Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, citing French influence and seeking closer ties with Russia.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawalECOWAS is trying to convince Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to stay in the bloc during a six-month grace period.
Nigeria, Niger agree to rebuild frayed security ties DW 08/29/2024Nigeria's military and Niger's junta have agreed to strengthen security ties despite past tensions after a coup in Niger.
Austrian woman kidnapped in northern Niger by unknown armed menAn Austrian development worker, Eva Gretzmacher, was kidnapped in Niger, prompting increased security measures and vigilance from local authorities.
Austrian woman kidnapped by unknown assailants in NigerAn Austrian woman was kidnapped in Agadez, marking the first abduction of a European citizen in Niger since the military coup in 2023.
Austrian woman kidnapped in Niger DW 01/13/2025An Austrian woman has been kidnapped in Niger, marking a serious security concern in the region post-2023 coup.
Austrian woman kidnapped in northern Niger by unknown armed menAn Austrian development worker, Eva Gretzmacher, was kidnapped in Niger, prompting increased security measures and vigilance from local authorities.
Austrian woman kidnapped by unknown assailants in NigerAn Austrian woman was kidnapped in Agadez, marking the first abduction of a European citizen in Niger since the military coup in 2023.
Austrian woman kidnapped in Niger DW 01/13/2025An Austrian woman has been kidnapped in Niger, marking a serious security concern in the region post-2023 coup.
After Military Took Power, Terrorist Attacks Only Got WorseNiger's military coup claimed to improve security, but violence has increased significantly since then, particularly from jihadist groups.
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?The US has officially withdrawn troops from Niger after a military coup ended 11 years of defense cooperation.
Difficult to trust the resource nationalism of Niger's military governmentIndigenisation efforts by military leaders in Niger are undermining foreign investments and putting local communities at risk.
After Military Took Power, Terrorist Attacks Only Got WorseNiger's military coup claimed to improve security, but violence has increased significantly since then, particularly from jihadist groups.
Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?The US has officially withdrawn troops from Niger after a military coup ended 11 years of defense cooperation.
Difficult to trust the resource nationalism of Niger's military governmentIndigenisation efforts by military leaders in Niger are undermining foreign investments and putting local communities at risk.
Left at the mercy of jihadists': Niger's junta fails to curb surge in violenceJihadist violence in Niger escalates, leaving women and children vulnerable amidst government failures and rising tensions in the region.
Niger expels French aid group as ties with the West deteriorateNiger's junta is distancing from Western allies and aligning with Russia for security following a ban on French aid organizations.
Sahel juntas: an uneasy relationship with rights campaigners DW 12/20/2024NGOs pose challenges for West African military regimes by reporting human rights abuses, claiming these reports undermine national security efforts.
EU recalls its envoy from Niger over flood fund distribution DW 11/23/2024The EU recalled its ambassador from Niger due to disputes over the management of humanitarian aid after severe flooding.
Niger expels French aid group as ties with the West deteriorateNiger's junta is distancing from Western allies and aligning with Russia for security following a ban on French aid organizations.
Sahel juntas: an uneasy relationship with rights campaigners DW 12/20/2024NGOs pose challenges for West African military regimes by reporting human rights abuses, claiming these reports undermine national security efforts.
EU recalls its envoy from Niger over flood fund distribution DW 11/23/2024The EU recalled its ambassador from Niger due to disputes over the management of humanitarian aid after severe flooding.
Niger junta suspends BBC accusing it of 'spreading false news' in coverage of attackThe Independent's commitment to unbiased journalism during critical issues emphasizes the importance of ground reporting.
Starlink signs deal with Niger's ruling military JuntaStarlink will improve internet access in Niger, providing high-speed service at low cost, and supporting various sectors.
Niger's former prime minister and emblematic opposition figure Hama Amadou, dies at 74Hama Amadou's death marks the end of a significant chapter in Niger's political history, reflecting his enduring impact despite personal and political challenges.
Rising discontent with military juntas in the Sahel region DW 10/16/2024Support for military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger is declining as they fail to fulfill promises, exacerbated by Russian mercenary tactics.
US military completes withdrawal from junta-ruled NigerThe U.S. has fully withdrawn troops from Niger, raising concerns over counterterrorism efforts in the Sahel region.
Pentagon Hands Over Bases in Niger as Extremism Spreads in the SahelThe U.S. military handed over control of its bases in Niger to local forces, ending a counterterrorism mission while violent extremism continues in the region.
US military completes withdrawal from junta-ruled NigerThe U.S. has fully withdrawn troops from Niger, raising concerns over counterterrorism efforts in the Sahel region.
Pentagon Hands Over Bases in Niger as Extremism Spreads in the SahelThe U.S. military handed over control of its bases in Niger to local forces, ending a counterterrorism mission while violent extremism continues in the region.
There's a lot to be built still': architect Mariam Issoufou on excavating the past to build Africa's futureMariam Issoufou transformed her career from software engineering to becoming a leading architect in Africa, emphasizing local materials and pragmatism in her designs.
Germany withdraws troops from junta-run Niger DW 08/30/2024The withdrawal of German troops from Niger signifies a shift in military alliances in the Sahel region, with Russia increasingly filling the void.
Attack on Nigerien forces kills 23 soldiers and underscores continued conflict with militantsMilitant attack in Niger kills 23 soldiersNiger, Mali, Burkina Faso facing jihadi groups' violence
Germany withdraws troops from junta-run Niger DW 08/30/2024The withdrawal of German troops from Niger signifies a shift in military alliances in the Sahel region, with Russia increasingly filling the void.
Attack on Nigerien forces kills 23 soldiers and underscores continued conflict with militantsMilitant attack in Niger kills 23 soldiersNiger, Mali, Burkina Faso facing jihadi groups' violence
A year after Niger's coup, split political loyalties test family tiesSome Nigeriens support military rulers despite skepticism towards their governance approach.
Several Nigerien soldiers killed in ambush near Burkina Faso, Mali border23 soldiers killed in Niger terrorist ambushMore than 100 terrorists attacked army unit
U.S. Searching for a Way to Keep Troops in NigerNiger revokes military cooperation deal with US, impacting security strategy in AfricaPentagon seeks ways for American troops to stay in Niger despite junta's pronouncement
Niger revokes military cooperation with US, junta spokesperson saysNiger government ended military cooperation with the US following discussions about the junta's trajectory.US still has troops in Niger despite strained relations due to the coup and limited assistance.
U.S. Searching for a Way to Keep Troops in NigerNiger revokes military cooperation deal with US, impacting security strategy in AfricaPentagon seeks ways for American troops to stay in Niger despite junta's pronouncement
Niger revokes military cooperation with US, junta spokesperson saysNiger government ended military cooperation with the US following discussions about the junta's trajectory.US still has troops in Niger despite strained relations due to the coup and limited assistance.
Niger court scraps immunity of deposed President BazoumMilitary court in Niger has lifted ex-president's immunity, enabling possible trial for high treason post-overthrow.