The military-run government of Niger frequently fights armed groups in the region, and civilians are often victims of the violence [File: Zohra Bensemra/Reuters] Published On 22 Mar 202522 Mar ...

On the other hand, countries like Somalia, South Sudan, the Central African Republic, Chad, and Niger had the lowest HDI scores, highlighting the significant disparities in development across regions.

Niger's military ruler has been sworn in as the country's president for a transitional period of five years. Gen Abdourahmane Tchiani has led the country since 2023, after he deposed Niger's ...