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Niger
Why Niger? Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world, with 52% of its population living on less than $2.15 a day. The situation has been exacerbated by social and political tensions following a coup d’état in July 2023, which in turn has led to rising inflation rates, power outages, and increased food insecurity.
A fatal combination of insecurity, violence, climate change, and hunger
Niger has faced several challenges over the last decade. The 2023 coup d’état came after a series of coups in neighbouring countries, prompted by a rise in attacks across the region by non-state armed groups and declining economic prospects. This has led to over 13 million Nigeriens living in poverty.
Between chronic vulnerability and armed conflicts, more than 2.9 million people in Niger are currently in need of humanitarian assistance. Many of these people are also displaced due to conflict, including over 335,000 internally-displaced Nigeriens and 305,000 refugees from the region.
Latest achievements
Healthcare
On the basis of its success, Concern’s Surge Approach to managing health and nutrition in Niger was incorporated into the country’s National Malnutrition Management Protocol in 2023.
Disaster risk reduction
Education
Aerial views of the village of Zardana and the well. Photo: Ollivier Girard
President of the Local Fortified Baby Flour Unit in Niger, Abarchi Madamia gives a tour. Photo: Ollivier Girard
Sadi Oumale with her daughter Laïla and her two sons in Niger, preparing her field for the beginning of the rainy season. Photo: Ollivier Girard
Moussa Zouéra, a Nigerien Chief Nursing Officer is supported by Concern.
Ramatou Jean Coffi Community Outreach Agent for Concern on a field visit with Concern staff. Photo: Ollivier Girard
How we’re helping Niger
Our response in Niger focuses on tackling the structural causes of extreme poverty through health, nutrition, livelihoods and education support.
Livelihoods & food security
Health and nutrition
Education in emergency
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