Niger
Armed Islamist groups - including Boko Haram and groups affiliated with the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS) - have expanded their operations in Niger's western and southeastern regions. In response to their attacks, Nigerien security forces have demonstrated inconsistent regard for human rights and have been implicated in serious abuses against civilians.
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Africa
October 15, 2024
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Africa
September 30, 2024
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Africa
July 25, 2024
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August 11, 2021
Niger: Surging Atrocities by Armed Islamist Groups
Over 420 Civilians Killed During Attacks, Massacres in 2021
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February 27, 2018
Algeria: New Wave of Deportations
Allegations of Beatings in Round-Ups of Sub-Saharan Migrants
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December 1, 2003
Policy Paralysis
A Call for Action on HIV/AIDS-Related Human Rights Abuses Against Women and Girls in Africa
News
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June 13, 2024
Niger Court May Lift Immunity of Ex-President After Unfair Proceedings
Mohamed Bazoum Denied Access to Lawyers, Evidence
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March 20, 2024
No Business as Usual at Italy’s G7 Africa Meeting
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February 2, 2024
Another Niger Media Organization Suspended
Authorities Should End Attacks on Press Freedom, Free Expression
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February 2, 2024
Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Quit Regional Bloc
Action Will Prevent Citizens from Seeking Justice through ECOWAS Court
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October 26, 2023
Niger: Authorities Putting Rights at Risk
Release Those Arbitrarily Held, Ensure Free Expression, Curtail Violence
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August 11, 2023
Niger: Ensure Safety, Rights of Detained President
Mohamed Bazoum, Family Members Denied Food, Basic Services, Legal Counsel
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July 27, 2023
Niger: Rights at Risk Since Military Coup
Military Authorities Should Ensure Respect for Fundamental Rights
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August 30, 2022
Interview: New Niger Order Protects Girls’ Rights to Education
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