Keywords: Niger


OCP Africa Partners with Niger to Transform Agricultural Value Chains

OCP Africa, a subsidiary of Morocco’s OCP Group, has entered into a landmark partnership with Niger’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to improve the country’s agricultural value chains. The agreement, announced on Friday, aims to promote sustainable agricultural development and......

Sahel Alliance Announces Visa-Free Policy for ECOWAS Nationals

In a significant diplomatic move, the authorities of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have declared that their countries will now operate as a visa-free zone for citizens of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This announcement, made on a Saturday evening, marks a bold step by the three......

 Transforming Agriculture in Niger A Strategic Partnership for Sustainable Growth  

OCP Africa, a subsidiary of the OCP Group, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Niger’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to revolutionize agricultural value chains in the country. This agreement, supported by the World Bank, reflects OCP Africa's dedication to sustainable......

Niger Suspends BBC, Files Lawsuit Against RFI Over ‘Inciting Genocide’ Claims

The government of Niger has taken strong action against international media, suspending BBC broadcasts for three months and filing a lawsuit against Radio France Internationale (RFI) for allegedly “inciting genocide.” The measures followed reports by RFI and the BBC about a deadly terrorist......

New Power Plant in Niamey Strengthens Morocco-Niger Energy Cooperation

Located in the Gamkaley industrial zone, this state-of-the-art facility has a production capacity of 22.5 MVA (20 MW). The King Mohammed VI power plant, a gift from Morocco to the Republic of Niger, was inaugurated on Thursday in Niamey, marking a significant milestone in Morocco-Niger relations. The......

Morocco Spearheads Atlantic Access Initiative for Landlocked Sahel Nations

Morocco is taking the lead in a groundbreaking effort to provide landlocked Sahel countries with access to the Atlantic Ocean, aiming to boost economic connectivity and regional cooperation. This initiative, launched by King Mohammed VI in November 2023, has gained significant momentum, as evidenced......

Maroc Telecom Expands Customer Base Amid Market Challenges and Legal Hurdles

Maroc Telecom, Morocco's foremost telecommunications provider, has reported a significant 5.1% increase in its customer base for the first half of 2024, reaching a total of 78.4 million subscribers. This growth comes despite facing stiff competition and legal challenges in its domestic market. The......