African Countries

Niger Country Overview

 

Republic of the Niger

Niger Country Overview. The official name is the Republic of Niger. Called or commonly referred to as Niger.

 

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Niger Overview

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African map highlighting Niger’s location.

  1. Where is Niger located?

    Niger is located in the north west of Africa. Niger borders the following countries; Algeria to the northwest, Libya to the northeast, Chad to the east, Nigeria to the south, Mali to the west, Benin and Burkina Faso to the southwest.

  2. What is the capital of Niger?

    The Capital of Niger is Niamey.

  3. How large is the country of Niger?

    Niger has 1,267,000 square kilometers of land.

  4. Is Niger a member of the African Union?

    Niger is a a member of the African Union. It has been a member since May 25th, 1963.

 

Niger Country Overview - People

  1. What is the population of Niger?

    The population of Niger is slightly over 23.6 million as of 2020 (approx). The most populated city in Niger is Niamey with a population of 1.3 million approx. (2020).

  2. What are the Ethnic groups in Niger?

    As of 2018, the estimated breakdown of the most populous ethnic groups in Niger are; Hausa, Zarma, Songhai, Tuareg, Fulani, Kanuri, Gurma, Arab, Tubu, and other.

  3. How many languages are spoken in Niger?

    The most popular languages spoken in Niger are; Buduma, Arabic, Tamasheq, Tassawaq, Fulfulde, Gourmanchéma, HausaKanuri, Zarma, Songhai, and Tebu.

  4. What religions are in Niger?

    Niger religious groups consist of; Islam (99%) and other traditional religions.

 

Niger Country Overview - Economy

  1. Niger Political System Overview.

    Niger has a Unitary semi-presidential republic form of government. The country has 8 administrative regions (7 regions and 1 capital district).

  2. What is the currency used in Niger?

    The West African CFA franc (XOF) is the official currency for Niger.

  3. What makes up the economy in Niger?

    Niger ‘s main resources and industries consist of; cow peas, millet, onions, sorghum, milk, groundnuts, cassava, fruit, cabbages, uranium, petroleum, cement, brick, soap, and textiles.

Interesting Fact About Niger.

Less than 5% of the total land area in Niger is cultivated. This is concludes our brief Niger country overview.

All numerical data are estimates. Information may vary after the date of this article.