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Colonized
France occupies Niger. -
Republic of the French Communtiy
Niger becomes an aoutonomous republic of the French Community. -
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Severe Drought
A severe drought devastates Niger's livestock and crop production. -
Constitution
A new constitution brings Niger back to civilian rule, but under a one-party system. -
Slavery Banned
Niger banned slavery in 2003. -
Mortality rate up due to Measles
Children suffered a high mortality rate because of a preventable disease. -
Famine due to lack of proper health care
A famine broke out making people die due to shortage of food and lack of proper health care. -
National Stike
Unions call a national strike to revolt against the high cost of living. -
Pressure on Health and Education
Health and educations ministers are sacked following pressure from donors who allege corruption. -
Third largest uranium producer
Niger is the world's third largest uranium producer in the world. Countries are trying to tap into Niger's cheap uranium to make nuclear stuff. -
Overthrow of Presided Mamadou Tanja
Niger NewsOn this day, soldiers overthrew the government.
