Niger 08.09.24

·         Niger has been hit by continuous torrential rain which has left 273 dead.  The southwestern regions have been most affected. https://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/floods-kill-more-than-270-affect-700-000-in-niger/3321989#

·         The German army has left its airbase in Niger as the final troops leave, completing the withdrawal from the country. https://thedefensepost.com/2024/09/02/germany-ends-military-operations-niger/

·         30 people and 50 cows have died today following a petrol tanker explosion. https://thestreetjournal.org/at-least-30-people-50-cows-killed-in-niger-petrol-tanker-explosion/

·         An interesting article looking at Niger’s relationship with Russia. https://newlinesmag.com/reportage/why-niger-left-the-west-and-embraced-russia/