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Niger’s Junta Leader Accuses France, Benin and Ivory Coast of Being Behind Airport Attack — REUTERS / Mahamadou Hamidou

Niger’s Junta Leader Accuses France, Benin and Ivory Coast of Being Behind Airport Attack

48% Center coverage: 39 sources

Niger’s military leader accused the presidents of France, Benin and Ivory Coast of supporting armed groups that attacked an Air Force base in the capital early Thursday, wounding four soldiers and damaging an aircraft. Nigerien forces responded quickly, killing 20 of the attackers and arresting 11 others, state TV reported.See the Story

Russian Intelligence Accuses France of Coup Plots in Africa — Bastien Ohier / Hans Lucas / AFP via Getty Images via Getty Images

African Politics · Russia

Russian Intelligence Accuses France of Coup Plots in Africa

50% Right coverage: 14 sources

Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has accused President Emmanuel Macron of authorizing intelligence operations to engineer "neo-colonial coups" in Africa, claiming France backed a failed Jan. 3 coup in Burkina Faso that allegedly included plans to assassinate President Ibrahim Traoré.See the Story

Niger: Who Attacked Niamey’s Airport and What It Reveals?

Niger: Who Attacked Niamey’s Airport and What It Reveals?

50% Center coverage: 8 sources

An attack on Niamey’s Base 101 at the international airport left four soldiers wounded after two hours of heavy fighting. France 24’s Wassim Nasr takes a close look at the assault and reveals key details: the base’s sensitivity, the presence of Russian mercenaries and Italian troops, drone defenses, and evidence suggesting multiple ISIS branches are operating in the region.See the Story

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Zamani Telecom taps Hayo for SMS monetisation

from ABDULLAHI ABUBAKAR in Niamey, NigerNiger BureauNIAMEY, (CAJ News) – ZAMANI Telecom, one of Niger’s leading mobile network operators, has appointed Hayo, a global digital solutions innovator, as its exclusive partner for A2P monetisation and SMS firewall services. This strategic partnership is designed to maximise the profitability of Zamani’s A2P messaging business, increase traffic volumes from major tech companies, and safeguard the integ…Niamey · Niamey Read Article

Islamic State Assault on Niger Airport Tests Military Rulers

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Crisis Group experts explain why a deadly attack on Niamey’s airport highlights a broader shift in strategy by jihadist insurgencies that have plagued the central Sahel for over a decadeISIS · Niamey See the Story

Russian Intelligence Accuses France of Coup Plots in Africa

50% Right coverage: 14 sources

Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has accused President Emmanuel Macron of authorizing intelligence operations to engineer "neo-colonial coups" in Africa, claiming France backed a failed Jan. 3 coup in Burkina Faso that allegedly included plans to assassinate President Ibrahim Traoré.African Politics · Russia See the Story

Niger Military Leader President General Tchiani Accuses France of Assassination Attempt

Niger Military Leader President General Tchiani Accuses France of Assassination Attempt Niger’s military leader and President, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, has accused France of supporting an armed assault on a military air base near Niamey’s international airport. In December last year, Niger announced it would no longer sell its uranium to France, which angered French President […] The post Niger Military Leader President General Tchiani Acc…Niamey · Niamey Read Article

Niger: Who Attacked Niamey’s Airport and What It Reveals?

50% Center coverage: 8 sources

An attack on Niamey’s Base 101 at the international airport left four soldiers wounded after two hours of heavy fighting. France 24’s Wassim Nasr takes a close look at the assault and reveals key details: the base’s sensitivity, the presence of Russian mercenaries and Italian troops, drone defenses, and evidence suggesting multiple ISIS branches are operating in the region.ISIS · Niamey See the Story

United States Updates List of African Countries Americans Should Not Travel to in 2026

The United States has added Niger to its Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory, citing worsening security conditions marked by terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime, civil unrest, and limited access to emergency and healthcare services. The advisory, issued by the U.S. Department of State on January 30, 2026, warns Americans against all travel to Niger and […] The post United States updates list of African Countries Americans should not travel to in 2…Terrorism · Niamey See the Story

Military Junta After Attack: Thank You, Russia!

Niger's de factor leader, General Abdourahmane Tchiani, thanks Russian soldiers and blames France after shootings and explosions at airportNiamey · Niamey Read Article

Solidarity with Niger: the League Condemns the Double Attack in Niamey and Warns

The Confederacy of Sahel States (AES) officially reacted to the armed attack that struck Niamey on the night of 28-29 January 2026. This attack, targeting in particular the air base of the Niger capital, was called a "loose" and "barbaric" act by the regional alliance. In a statement, AES expressed its total solidarity with Niger and issued a severe warning against any form of support for the perpetrators of this violence.Niamey · Niamey See the Story

ISIS claims responsibility follow major attack on Niger airport

Coverage: 2 sources

FacebookLikeShareTweetEmail Niger has blamed France and other neighbouring African countries following a major ISIS attack on the main airport near the nation’s capital, which was thwarted after a heavy gun battle with security forces. The attack took place shortly after midnight between Wednesday and Thursday at the Diori Hamani International Airport, which also houses an […]Islamists · Niamey See the Story

Canal+ Outlines Better than Expected Synergies From MultiChoice Merger

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Canal+ outlines better than expected synergies from MultiChoice merger, forecasting significant EBITA and cash flow growth. Source: Canal+ outlines better than expected synergies from MultiChoice mergerAfrica · Niamey See the Story