August 5, 2023 8:59 AM

US pauses certain foreign assistance programmes to Niger’s govt

The US government is pausing certain foreign assistance programmes benefiting the government of Niger. However, this interim measure does not impact all US foreign assistance programmes in Niger, provision of lifesaving humanitarian and food assistance will continue, said US State Secretary Antony Blinken in a press statement on Saturday. The statement said that the US assistance to Niger depends on democratic governance and respect for the constitution. This is consistent with steps taken by...