JOURNAL ARTICLE

Niger Ready to Return Orano-Produced Uranium after Mine Takeover.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Tagba, Kamailoudini; Höije, Katarina 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Niger's decision to return uranium produced by Orano SA at the Somair mine, following a military takeover of the mine in 2024. Niger's military authorities accused Orano of attempting to sell its stake improperly and have since removed uranium from the site, raising safety concerns due to the region's instability. Approximately 95,000 tons of concentrated uranium powder, representing 63.4% of the total produced during Orano's tenure, is set to be returned. The situation underscores Niger's efforts to assert control over its resources and reflects a broader trend in the Sahel region of military governments reducing Western influence while pursuing resource nationalism. Additionally, Niger is renegotiating its oil deal with China National Petroleum Corporation, seeking a more favorable agreement. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191579890
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