Though this past year brought a surge of Ebola cases in West Africa, Niger has been spared from the unforgiving virus. Cases have been reported across the border in Mali and Nigeria, but so far Niger remains clear. That doesn't mean all is well, however. Cholera remains a critically dangerous threat to Niger's cities, particularly as refugees flock from other countries and settle in overcrowded camps. Organizations like Medecins Sans Frontiers...
As mentioned in the December 2014 Camel Express, we've posted the report on the reunion held in Estes Park, Colorado for the Niger III and Senegal IV training groups on September 29th through October 2nd of 2014. Come have a look: 2014 Niger Reunion Report - Estes Park, Colorado
The people of southeastern Niger have opened their homes, schools, and hospitals to thousands of refugees fleeing attacks by Boko Haram in northeastern Nigeria. Deadly attacks carried out in northeastern Nigeria by Islamic extremists known as the Boko Haram have created an urgent humanitarian crisis in eastern Niger. Since 2013, more than 115,000 refugees have fled from Nigeria seeking shelter in Niger. More than 10,000 arrived in Niger between...
Several years ago we told you the story of five RPCVs who traveled back to Niger in 2008 to create a documentary capturing the experiences of the entire group of 65 idealistic volunteers who landed in Niger in 1966. Fortunately they completed their documentary, and the entire 75-minute production is available on YouTube for you to enjoy. Read more and watch the video...
As part of its series "Africa - Case Studies in Economic and Social Issues", the Henry George School of Social Science will host the following seminar on Niger. The event is being held in New York City, and all are welcome, with no cost or obligation. Niger – Rich in Resources, Enabler of Energy, Resilient in Recession Niger is endowed with plentiful natural resources, including the world’s largest deposits of uranium. Nuclear fuel derived...
Remember Niger Coalition is a small non-profit organization founded in 2009 that works at a grass-roots level to unify people and mobilize resources towards the goal expanding quality educational opportunities in Niger. Remember Niger is an evangelically-focused organization, and although Friends of Niger typically promotes secular activities, we encourage you to check out the good work they are doing in-country. We applaud effective...
Former PC Niger staffer (and Togo RPCV) Mark Wentling has just released the second book in his African Trilogy. Published by Peace Corps Writers, Africa's Release is available at Amazon.com. It will be made available as a Kindle e-book in the coming weeks. From Amazon: Journey to another time and place in Mark Wentling’s magical new novel, Africa’s Release. The residents of Gemini, Kansas, have grown used to the odd man who goes by...
A request for support from our friends at Les amis de Hampaté Bâ: Schools are nothing without quality teachers ! In 2010, YOU helped Les amis de Hampaté Bâ secure a permanent spot on GlobalGiving! Today, we need your help to supplement the wages of 14 teachers at the Amadou Hampaté Bâ School. There can be no educational development without well trained and effective teachers. To reduce the high turnover rate and have a stable and...
Mark Wentling was a PC volunteer in Honduras and Togo in the 1960s, and later a part of the PC Niger staff. He's written one book based on his life-long experiences, Africa's Embrace. Now he's finished his second book, Africa's Release, expected to be released this May, and he is currently working on a third for the end of the year. Visit Mark's Author Page on Amazon. Read more about Mark here on Peace Corps Worldwide.
A new two-year Global Fund grant of 10 million euros will allow the population of Niger, estimated at around 17 million, to access quality TB diagnosis and treatment services. The grant will expand and enhance TB services for more than 26,000 people in 200 treatment centres by 2015, targeting vulnerable populations, including those in nomadic communities, migrant groups and prisons.