News Niger » Trade: Niger coup and cost of cross border trade paralysis
After the presidential guards ousted Niger’s president, Mohamed Bazoum and declared Abdrahmane Tchiani as new leader, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) imposed sanctions on the ...
News Niger » Trade: Deadly trade through Niger snares refugees and migrants
AGADEZ, Niger – Daniel knows well the dangers of the route to Libya. As he recalls his journey from his native Cameroon, the details spill out in a staccato of words, fidgets and sideways glances, an ...
News Niger » Trade: Niger-Benin border standoff deepens as trade collapse bites
Niger shut its border with Benin when the military seized power two years ago, hitting trade – Copyright AFP/File Sai Aung MAIN Nearly two years after Niger’s ...
News Niger » Trade: Niger Imposes New Trade Taxes to Fund War Against Insurgents
Niger has rolled out new taxes on imported and exported goods as it seeks more funds to fight a growing war with Islamist insurgents. Everyday items such as refrigerators, plastic bags, cigarettes and ...
News Niger » Trade: Turkey, Niger sign first joint economic protocol
Turkey and Niger have signed an economic agreement that is a "historic step for strong economic and trade relations" between the two nations, Turkey's development minister said Thursday. "Turkey ...
News Niger » Trade: Dangote partners Niger on industrialisation, rice production
Dangote Industries Limited is partnering with the Niger State Government to accelerate industrialisation, attract investment, and expand economic opportunities in the state. According to a statement ...
News Niger » Trade: Niger trade fair to boost food security, agro business investments
The Niger State government has concluded plans to host the 21st edition of the National Trade Fair targeting Agro business and investments for food security. The event sheduled from the 20th to 31st ...
News Niger » Trade: Niger-Benin Border Standoff Deepens As Trade Collapse Bites
Nearly two years after Niger's military seized power and the border with Benin was shut, tensions over security, sovereignty and French influence have hardened into a stand-off throttling trade and ...
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