Niger partners with Starlink for internet services
New technology to allow western African nation to benefit from high-speed internet connection, says communication minister
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Niger renames French streets and monuments to honor local heroes
As part of its reappraisal of colonial history, Niger replaced the name of a French general and a colonial officer on significant monuments
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Kemi Seba, controversial activist, apprehended in Paris
A controversial figure in French politics, Kemi Seba, has been arrested in Paris. Seba has been accused of anti-Semitism and has publicly praised Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Burkina Faso, Niger ban French TV show over ‘contrary’ values
The Bachelor series on French broadcaster Canal+ ‘stigmatizing nature for African women, non-protective of youth,’ says Niger’s military administration
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West African juntas investigate French journalist for terrorism advocacy
The investigation follows Nasr’s analysis of a rare coordinated jihadist assault on strategic locations in Bamako, Mali’s capital, on September 17
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Russia strikes satellite agreement with juntas in West Africa
The agreement is expected to enhance media broadcasting capabilities, enabling the transmission of television and radio signals across the three nations
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Severe floods displace hundreds of thousands in Nigeria and Niger
AI experts urge flood prediction solutions as humanitarian efforts intensify
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US troops leave Niger after coup, military deal scrapped
The US military has announced the completion of its withdrawal from Niger, following a coup that led to the termination of a military cooperation agreement.
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Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to launch biometric passports
In January, the three neighboring countries, all ruled by military juntas, declared their intent to leave ECOWAS, which has since urged them to reconsider
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Hundreds of thousands flee homes amidst West African floods
Severe flooding in West Africa has displaced nearly 950,000 people, disrupting children’s education and causing widespread damage to homes and infrastructure.
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