Niger

Niger

Niger faces major structural challenges, characterized by high levels of rural poverty, chronic food insecurity, and significant exposure to the impacts of climate change. Land degradation, lack of access to clean water, and recurring climate crises continuously weaken the livelihoods of rural populations. In this context, SWISSAID supports the most vulnerable rural communities to strengthen their resilience, improve food security, and promote sustainable agricultural systems in close collaboration with local partners.

The Facts

In the country since:

1974

Working in:

Dosso, Tillabéry

Rank on the Human Development Index:

188 out of 191

Ongoing Projects:

Beneficiaries:

114,185 (Direct) / 380,617 (Indirect)

The Goals

Agroecological Transformation: Support the transition of food systems—from production to market access—to sustainably strengthen food and nutritional security.
Gender Equality & Empowerment: Promote the empowerment of women and youth by combating gender-based violence and fostering leadership, economic independence, and social mobilization.
Local Development: Strengthen the capacity of local actors through learning initiatives, advocacy, and direct support to partner organizations.
Community Resilience: Improve the ability of communities to cope with crises b y integrating emergency response, disaster risk reduction, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) initiatives.
Governance & Natural Resources: Enhance the sustainable management of natural resources by improving access, control, and transparency, particularly in areas affected by extractive industries and climate change.