Why should I go to Niger?

The Republic of Niger is one of the few places that has preserved its traditions and culture for many years. It is a mixture of scenic views, diverse fauna, historical treasures and sand dunes.

1. What is special about Niger?
2. Is Niger safe for tourists?
3. Is Niger a beautiful country?
4. Is Niger a good place to live?
5. What are 5 facts about the Niger river?
6. Is alcohol allowed in Niger?
7. Is Burkina Faso safe?
8. What is the safest country in Africa?
9. What is Niger called now?
10. How do you pronounce Niger in Africa?
11. What's it like living in Niger?
12. What is life like in Niger?
13. What is the problem in Niger?

What is special about Niger?

Niger sits on some of the world's largest uranium deposits, but is one of the "Heavily Indebted Poor Countries" (HIPC). Its economy is based on subsistence agriculture, like crops and livestock, and the export of raw commodities.

Is Niger safe for tourists?

Niger is not very safe to visit, due to political turmoil and crime on the streets. There is a non-violent crime in the form of pick-pocketing and purse-snatching, and there's a violent crime as well, mostly in the form of armed robbery, muggings, and assaults.

Is Niger a beautiful country?

Niger is a beautiful country. We have a desert and many traditions and many festivals. For one month each year we have a festival in Agadez (the largest city in the north of the country) called Bianou. It's a sort of carnival for the pastoralists.

Is Niger a good place to live?

Niger has been ranked last for 3 consecutive years, and has always been among the lowest-ranking countries in the report. While Niger may be the worst place to live when it comes to HDI, it is most certainly one of the best places to work when it comes to eliminating poverty.

What are 5 facts about the Niger river?

The Niger River floods each year from September to May. The Niger River delta is home to the African Lion. The West African manatee, a creature near extinction lives in the Niger River. The Niger River has been an important source of water to those in its region since the first inhabitants settled there.

Is alcohol allowed in Niger?

Avoid drunken behavior, since alcohol is prohibited in the Muslim religion and greatly frowned-upon in Niger. Don't eat while walking in the street, this is considered obscene. Even drinking water is just barely acceptable.

Is Burkina Faso safe?

Burkina Faso - Level 4: Do Not Travel. Do not travel to Burkina Faso due to terrorism, crime, and kidnapping. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting attacks in Burkina Faso. Terrorists may conduct attacks anywhere with little or no warning.

What is the safest country in Africa?

Mauritius and Ghana

The safest country in Africa, Mauritius is also the 28th-safest country in the world. Mauritius is a multicultural island nation that is family-friendly and secure.

What is Niger called now?

Niger, officially Republic of Niger, French République du Niger, landlocked western African country.

How do you pronounce Niger in Africa?

Those in the know use the French-sounding “nee-ZHER,” and emphasize the second syllable so the word makes an approximate rhyme with “Pierre.” Until 1960, Niger was a colony of France, and French is still Niger's official language.

What's it like living in Niger?

Around 63 per cent of its population are considered poor and development aid accounts for roughly half the country's total budget. On average, the life of a Nigerien is not only full of hardship but also comparatively short as life expectancy in the country remains low at 55 years.

What is life like in Niger?

Since 2000, Niger has weathered four extreme climate-related food crises. In such seasons of poor rainfall, 30 percent of people cannot meet their food needs. In 2017, one and a half million Nigeriens were food insecure, and 42 percent of children under age 5 faced chronic malnutrition.

What is the problem in Niger?

Niger fell victim to a series of coups and political instability following its independence from France in 1960. Today the country struggles in the face of frequent droughts, insurgency and wide-spread poverty. Niger is betting on increased oil exploration and gold mining to help modernize its economy.