List of Niger articles
![Infantry soldiers following a British Army Training Unit in Kenya (BATUK) training excercise at the Loldaiga conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya, on Nov. 14, 2022.]()
Infantry soldiers following a British Army Training Unit in Kenya (BATUK) training excercise at the Loldaiga conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya, on Nov. 14, 2022.
A Challenge to British Impunity in Kenya
A parliamentary inquiry into an alleged 2012 murder by British soldiers is causing a diplomatic crisis for the U.K. government.
![Protesters hold an anti-France placard during a demonstration on independence day in Niamey.]()
Protesters hold an anti-France placard during a demonstration on independence day in Niamey.
What’s Driving Africa’s Coups?
The factors that have contributed to instability in the region.
![Macron and Bongo, both smiling, sit side by side. Macron is reaching over and grasping Bongo's hand in a friendly gesture.]()
Macron and Bongo, both smiling, sit side by side. Macron is reaching over and grasping Bongo's hand in a friendly gesture.
France’s Concern for Gabon’s Democracy Is Too Little, Too Late
Paris is complicit in the lack of social and democratic progress that prompted the coup.
![Officers of the Niger National Police and Nigerien soldiers stand guard during a demonstration outside the Nigerien and French air bases in Niamey.]()
Officers of the Niger National Police and Nigerien soldiers stand guard during a demonstration outside the Nigerien and French air bases in Niamey.
How U.N. Peacekeeping Accidentally Fuels Africa’s Coups
Foreign funds can produce stronger and less accountable militaries.
![Protesters cheer for Nigerien troops as they gather in front of the French Embassy in Niamey.]()
Protesters cheer for Nigerien troops as they gather in front of the French Embassy in Niamey.
Is Niger’s Coup the Sahel’s Last Straw?
Calls grow for Washington to reset its Africa strategy, but old habits die hard.
![Supporters of Niger's coup hold Russian and Chinese flags as they gather in Niamey on Aug. 20.]()
Supporters of Niger's coup hold Russian and Chinese flags as they gather in Niamey on Aug. 20.
Russia Doesn’t Want a War in Niger
Moscow relishes being a player in Africa, but committing to another foreign war wouldn’t serve its interests.
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Ruble Roulette
Plus: The economics of Niger.
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People run through a street holding up a large flag.
What to Know About Niger’s Coup
Is it a turning point for geopolitics in Africa?
![Mohamed Toumba, one of the leading figures of the National Council for the Protection of the Fatherland, at a demonstration of coup supporters in Niamey, Niger on Aug. 6.]()
Mohamed Toumba, one of the leading figures of the National Council for the Protection of the Fatherland, at a demonstration of coup supporters in Niamey, Niger on Aug. 6.
Will Niger’s Neighbors Intervene?
ECOWAS has threatened armed intervention but a lack of popular support in Nigeria and bellicose rhetoric from Mali and Burkina Faso could make the bloc think twice.
![Supporters of Niger’s ruling junta gather for a protest in Niamey, Niger, on Aug. 3.]()
Supporters of Niger’s ruling junta gather for a protest in Niamey, Niger, on Aug. 3.
Niger’s Coup Is a Turning Point for Africans
The crisis has created a truly geopolitical moment for intra-African politics.
![Mohamed Toumba, one of the leading figures of the National Council for the Protection of the Fatherland, attends a demonstration of coup supporters in Niamey, Niger on Aug. 6.]()
Mohamed Toumba, one of the leading figures of the National Council for the Protection of the Fatherland, attends a demonstration of coup supporters in Niamey, Niger on Aug. 6.
Military Intervention in Niger Is Bound to Fail
Nigeria has understandable security concerns, but using force to dislodge Niger’s junta could spark a refugee crisis and regional war.
![Protesters wave Nigerien and Russian flags in Niger.]()
Protesters wave Nigerien and Russian flags in Niger.
Niger’s Coup Is West Africa’s Biggest Challenge Yet
ECOWAS’s Sunday deadline to reimpose Niger’s president could be the starting pistol for war across West Africa.
![People demonstrate in Niger's capital, Niamey, to show their support for the coup plotters and Russia.]()
People demonstrate in Niger's capital, Niamey, to show their support for the coup plotters and Russia.
Does U.S. Military Training Embolden Coup Plotters in Africa?
Weak institutions and underdevelopment also plague nations led by undemocratic regimes.
![A person holds a Nigerien flag during an Independence Day demonstration in Niamey, Niger’s capital, on Aug. 3.]()
A person holds a Nigerien flag during an Independence Day demonstration in Niamey, Niger’s capital, on Aug. 3.
Niger Is Not Just a Western Problem
The whole region wants to jump into the fray.
![Protesters cheer Nigerien troops as they gather in front of the French Embassy in Niamey during a demonstration.]()
Protesters cheer Nigerien troops as they gather in front of the French Embassy in Niamey during a demonstration.
Who Benefits From Niger’s Coup?
Most global powers with a military presence or financial stake in the country stand to lose from instability—and that could put pressure on the military junta.
![A military officer salutes while a helicopter carries the Nigerian flag during a swearing-in ceremony for President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Nigeria on May 29.]()
A military officer salutes while a helicopter carries the Nigerian flag during a swearing-in ceremony for President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Nigeria on May 29.
Will Nigeria Reclaim Its Role as a Regional Power?
Bola Tinubu’s new role as ECOWAS chair, and the coup in Niger, present an opportunity for a foreign-policy reset.
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A Challenge to British Impunity in Kenya
A parliamentary inquiry into an alleged 2012 murder by British soldiers is causing a diplomatic crisis for the U.K. government.
What’s Driving Africa’s Coups?
The factors that have contributed to instability in the region.
France’s Concern for Gabon’s Democracy Is Too Little, Too Late
Paris is complicit in the lack of social and democratic progress that prompted the coup.
How U.N. Peacekeeping Accidentally Fuels Africa’s Coups
Foreign funds can produce stronger and less accountable militaries.
Is Niger’s Coup the Sahel’s Last Straw?
Calls grow for Washington to reset its Africa strategy, but old habits die hard.
Russia Doesn’t Want a War in Niger
Moscow relishes being a player in Africa, but committing to another foreign war wouldn’t serve its interests.
Ruble Roulette
Plus: The economics of Niger.
What to Know About Niger’s Coup
Is it a turning point for geopolitics in Africa?
Will Niger’s Neighbors Intervene?
ECOWAS has threatened armed intervention but a lack of popular support in Nigeria and bellicose rhetoric from Mali and Burkina Faso could make the bloc think twice.
Niger’s Coup Is a Turning Point for Africans
The crisis has created a truly geopolitical moment for intra-African politics.
Military Intervention in Niger Is Bound to Fail
Nigeria has understandable security concerns, but using force to dislodge Niger’s junta could spark a refugee crisis and regional war.
Niger’s Coup Is West Africa’s Biggest Challenge Yet
ECOWAS’s Sunday deadline to reimpose Niger’s president could be the starting pistol for war across West Africa.
Does U.S. Military Training Embolden Coup Plotters in Africa?
Weak institutions and underdevelopment also plague nations led by undemocratic regimes.
Niger Is Not Just a Western Problem
The whole region wants to jump into the fray.
Who Benefits From Niger’s Coup?
Most global powers with a military presence or financial stake in the country stand to lose from instability—and that could put pressure on the military junta.
Will Nigeria Reclaim Its Role as a Regional Power?
Bola Tinubu’s new role as ECOWAS chair, and the coup in Niger, present an opportunity for a foreign-policy reset.
