Niger

3.3 million people suffer from food insecurity

436,398 people displaced

80,000 children deprived of learning

22,808 people assisted

Between January and September 2023, the number of displaced people in Niger increased by 17%, reaching a total of 436,398.

In the Tillabéri region, 93% of schools were closed, preventing 80,000 children from pursuing their education. The crisis was compounded by internal population displacements and an influx of refugees from neighbouring countries due to persistent insecurity and climate disruptions.

3.3 million people in Niger were suffering from food insecurity in 2023. International and ECOWAS sanctions following the military coup on 26 July 2023 resulted in shortages of basic food supplies and inflated prices.

The suspension of humanitarian operations at the end of August 2023 obstructed access to areas in need of assistance and affected NGOs, who also faced financial difficulties. Despite these challenges, humanitarian organisations like SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL are resolutely working to help affected populations.

26.6 million inhabitants
189th out of 191 countries on the Human Development Index

Mission
opened in 2020 (re-opening)
Team 9 international staff
78 national staff
Budget 1.88M€

During 2023, SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL widened its scope of action and extended its presence within Niger.

In addition to WASH activities, our teams also provided shelter assistance for recently displaced people in Abala, Banibangou and Gothèye, where we opened a third operational base in May 2023. This new base in Gothèye Department is part of the NGO’s expansion strategy to meet humanitarian needs. It allowed our teams to carry out food security and livelihood (FSL) activities, by supporting food production and income generating activities.

SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL benefits from HAACT reports and research (Humanitarian Analysis for Access in Challenging conTexts) to help us maintain our presence in difficult-to-access areas, deliver assistance and work closely with affected communities.

Partners

Institutional and private funding partners DG ECHO, CDCS, BHA, SDC
Operating partners Mercy Corps