Niger: les autorités ordonnent le déguerpissement de la zone de l’aéroport de Niamey
May 13, 2026 – RFI
Authorities in Niger have ordered the eviction of residents from the area surrounding Niamey’s international airport, citing security concerns. The operation, set to begin by the end of the month, will affect approximately 26,000 people living in four residential areas. Residents are requesting more time and fair compensation for their investments.
Niger : la nouvelle carte administrative envisagée par le gouvernement suscite déjà des polémiques
May 13, 2026 – Actu Niger
The government’s proposed administrative reorganization, aimed at strengthening territorial governance, has sparked controversy. The plan would increase the number of regions from 8 to 19 and departments from 63 to 82. Critics have raised concerns about the proposed new entities.
Niamey : règlementation de la circulation au niveau de la Zone rouge et autres sites stratégiques
May 12, 2026 – Africanews
Traffic regulations have been introduced in Niamey for semi-trailers, dump trucks, heavy vehicles, and those transporting flammable products in the Red Zone and around other strategic sites. The Interior Ministry stated the security context necessitated these measures.
La junte au Niger suspend plusieurs médias étrangers
May 9, 2026 – Jeune Afrique
Niger’s military regime announced the suspension of several foreign media outlets, including France 24, RFI, AFP, TV5 Monde, and Jeune Afrique, accusing them of endangering public order and national stability. The suspension comes days before the Africa Forward summit and follows similar bans by Burkina Faso and Mali.
