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Canadians, Australians and Americans Relaunch Niger's Uranium Industry

[Agenzia Fides] Niamey -- Niger's military junta is seeking to relaunch the country's uranium mining industry with the signing of an agreement with Australian company Atomic Eagle, through which the State of Niger has established the Madaouela Mining Company (MAMICO). The company...

AllAfrica — NigerSep 25, 2026

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Niger signs deal with Australian group to relaunch uranium project

Niger authorities said Wednesday they have signed a new agreement with the Madaouela Mining Company, which is 60% owned by the Australian Atomic Eagle group, to relaunch a uranium mining project in the north of the country....

Africanews (EN)Sep 25, 2026

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From Cotton to Uniforms, Burkina Faso Boosts its Textile Industry

[Bird Story Agency] By introducing traditional fabrics into school, judicial and military uniforms, as well as some public-service attire, Burkina Faso is seeking to create a sustainable market for locally processed cotton. The policy could support spinning mills, women weavers a...

AllAfrica — Burkina FasoSep 24, 2026