Between junta and jihadists: a report from Niger, at the heart of a besieged nation
Caught between the terror of armed factions and the diplomatic isolation imposed by the junta led by Abdourahamane Tiani, Niger is currently enduring one of the most severe economic and security crises in its recent history. Explore our series of reports from regions controlled by jihadist groups, where mere survival has become an act of defiance.
As dusk descends upon the Zinder suburb in southeastern Niger, Rabiatou, a 29-year-old vendor, begins packing up her stall. With her inventory of pre-owned clothing balanced on her head, she starts her journey home. Throughout the entire day, she managed to sell only a single item for 1,000 F CFA, with half of that meager income already spent on transportation. Upon her arrival, her baby, strapped to her back, gurgles with delight at the sight of its three