Algeria Advances $13bn Gas Corridor to Europe

Algeria has revived plans for the 4,000km Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline to transport Nigerian gas to Europe.…

AfDB, Niger Seal $144.7m Deal to Boost Energy, Economic Growth

Niger’s energy development is advancing with a new $144.7 million agreement between the African Development Bank…

Niger Plans Two 1,000 MW Nuclear Reactors with Russia as Partner

Niger has announced its ambition to construct a nuclear power plant featuring two 1,000 MW reactors…

MISSION 300: Africa’s New Opportunity Amid Old Challenges

Charles Wanguhu Enzi Ijayo, Africa Initiative The African Development Bank and the World Bank, in partnership…

Can Solar Power Save Niger from Nigeria’s Blackout?

Niger is rapidly turning to solar energy after Nigeria slashed electricity exports. The power cut followed…

Orano Battles Niger in High-Stakes Uranium Dispute

Orano has escalated its dispute with Niger by filing a second arbitration case at the International…

Morocco Gifts Niger 20 MW Power Plant to Ease Energy Crisis

Niger has received a 20 MW diesel power plant from Morocco to boost its energy supply.…

Orano Halts Niger Uranium Amid Border Blockade

Orano, a leading uranium producer, has stopped its extraction operations in Niger. The company made this…

Niger Junta Slams Orano, Eyes New Uranium Deals

The Nigerien junta criticised French mining giant Orano for suspending uranium extraction, accusing the company of…

Niger Teams Up with Zimar Inc. to Transform Oil Refining

Niger has signed an agreement with Canadian company Zimar Inc. to build a modular refinery in…