Jihadist ambush kills 11 soldiers in north Niger

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The “Jama’a Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin” group, linked to Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, has launched new, powerful attacks in Niger and Mali in West Africa, claiming responsibility for the killing of 11 Nigerien soldiers last Friday near the border with Algeria. It also claimed responsibility for targeting the convoy of the Malian Minister of Finance last Thursday, using an explosive device on the road between Kati and Soribogho. The attac…

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Eleven Nigerien soldiers were killed in an ambush while patrolling in the Ingall department, on the border with Algeria. The Nigerien broadcaster “Tele Sahel” reported, specifying that the attack occurred on Friday and that the funeral was held the following day in Agadez. The funeral was also attended by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Niger, Brigadier General Salaou Barmou, and the Chief of Staff of the Army, Major Colonel Maman Sani…

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Jihadist ambush kills 11 soldiers in north Niger

Niamey, Niger (AFP) Mar 1, 2025 An attack claimed by Al-Qaeda-linked jihadists killed 11 soldiers in northern Niger near the Algerian border, local sources and media reported Saturday. According to Air Info news website, an army patrol was ambushed in the Ekade Malane area on Friday and the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) claimed responsibility. It said the 11 soldiers were buried on Saturday in the p

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Algeria to build 40 MW power plant in Niger

Algeria’s state-owned energy company, Sonelgaz, is set to build a 40 MW power plant in Niger following an agreement signed in January 2025 with the Nigerien Electricity Company (NIGELEC). This initiative aims to bolster Niger’s energy sector, which faces challenges in diversifying its power sources. While the project’s total cost has not been disclosed, Algeria […] The post Algeria to build 40 MW power plant in Niger first appeared on Pumps Afri…

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Eleven Nigeri soldiers were killed on Friday, 28 February, in an attack claimed by a jihadist group linked to Al-Qaeda, near Algeria. They were buried the following day in Agadez, according to local sources and state radio.