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On Brink of Bankruptcy, Thundermist Seeks $8 Million Bailout

Narendra Modi · Niger

On Brink of Bankruptcy, Thundermist Seeks $8 Million Bailout

34% Center coverage: 6 sources

French nuclear fuel giant Orano’s uranium mining subsidiary in northern Niger is on the verge of bankruptcy, raising alarms over future nuclear fuel supply chains amid deepening tensions with the ruling junta, Reuters reported on Wednesday. The company cited a breakdown in talks with Niamey and the blocking of essential equipment at the border as the primary drivers of the crisis. The COMINAK mine in the Arlit region once supplied up to 30% of F…See the Story

West Africa Terror - Why Attacks On Military Bases Are Rising - and Four Ways to Respond

Terrorism · Niger

West Africa Terror - Why Attacks On Military Bases Are Rising - and Four Ways to Respond

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

Analysis - More than 40 Malian soldiers were killed and one of the country's military bases was taken over in early June 2025 in a major attack by an al-Qaeda linked group, Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM), on the town of Boulikessi.See the Story

10 Niger Soldiers Killed in Jihadist Attacks: Govt

10 Niger Soldiers Killed in Jihadist Attacks: Govt

Coverage: 2 sources

NIAMEY, Niger: A double attack Friday by suspected jihadists near Niger’s western border with Burkina Faso left 10 troops dead, authorities said whilst stating that 41 attackers were also killed. The west African country, now run by a military junta, has been battling violence by groups linked to Al-Qaeda and Islamic Jihad for the past decade. Defense Minister General Salifou See the Story

Imf Provides Us$41 Million to Niger Under Its Aid Programme

This payment brings the total amount of disbursements made by the IMF to US$346 million. The post The IMF pays US$41 million to Niger as part of its aid program appeared first on Les Affaires.IMF · Niger Read Article

The Largest Martian Meteorite in the World Is Heading to Auction and Could Sell for $4 Million

Coverage: 2 sources

Discovered in Niger in 2023, the rare chunk weighs 54 pounds and represents more than 6 percent of all Mars material on EarthNiger · Niger See the Story

Africa. What Is Happening in the African Sahel? - Latin American Summary

Rebelion, Africa in Summary, July 12, 2025. To understand what is happening in that portion of the immense African continent, we talked with Spanish journalist and researcher Alex Anfruns. Niger and the revolution in the African Sahel The Sahel is a region of sub-Saharan Africa that, like most of the African continent, [...] The entry Africa. What is happening in the African Sahel? was first published in Latin American Summary.Niger · Niger Read Article

Niger: Big Damage and Casualties in Agadez Due to Brutal Rains

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

In Niger, heavy rainfall spilled on Thursday, 10 July, to the city of the northern region of the country. The entire population was found in the water. According to the media Air Info, at least two people have lost their lives and significant damage is to be reported.Agadez · Agadez Read Article

Niger president address issues of terrorism, issue strong warning to France againp - The Zambian Observer

Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani has accused France of funding and training terrorist groups to destabilize the Alliance of Sahel States (Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso). According to him, France has been one of the major reason for terrorism in the Sahel areas of the African continent. Niger’s junta, led by Tchiani, ended military […] The post Niger president address issues of terrorism, issue strong warning to France again…Terrorism · Niger Read Article

Niger Enhances Its Cancer Treatment Services

Addressing Cancer Care Challenges in Niger: A New Era of Radiotherapy The healthcare landscape in Niger is grappling with a significant challenge: the rising incidence of cancer. In 2022 alone, the country reported over 11,000 new cancer cases, accompanied by more than 8,800 cancer-related deaths. These alarming statistics underscore the urgent need for effective cancer […]Niger · Niger Read Article

After Six Months Still No Trace of Austrian Kidnapped in Niger

Coverage: 2 sources

The 74-year-old had been abducted in January in the desert town of Agadez. Her son described the last months as "six months of diplomatic hanging."International · Agadez See the Story

Niger Coup: Why We're at Receiving End of Sanctions, Residents of Jigawa Border Community Lament

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Heightened Tensions at the Niger-Benin Border: Economic Consequences Deepen The escalating tensions along the Niger-Benin border have reached a pivotal moment,substantially impacting local economies and disrupting vital trade routes essential for both nations. Following unsuccessful diplomatic attempts and an increased military presence, trade has plummeted, leaving communities on both sides grappling with rising prices and dwindling supplies. A…Sanctions · Niger See the Story

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