Niger’s military government has taken a historic step by announcing that uranium from the Somaïr mine will now be sold directly on the international market.
For decades, France dominated Niger’s uranium sector through long-standing partnerships and control over pricing and export routes. This new decision signals a major power shift, as the junta seeks to reclaim economic sovereignty and negotiate on its own terms.
By diversifying buyers and reducing dependence on Western partners, Niger is positioning itself for better leverage in global energy markets.
This move also reflects a broader wave of resource nationalism across Africa—especially in countries that have recently experienced political transitions or coups. Many governments are now pushing to extract greater value from their natural resources rather than letting foreign powers dictate the terms.
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