Is Niger safe in 2026?
Niger scores 33.8/100 on the live safety index — high-risk. The main pressure on the score comes from political stability, crime, military conflict. The score has been stable for 20 days. The 24-hour AI forecast calls the trend stable (projected 33.8/100).
33.8 /100high-risk
30-day trend
Niger's score rose by +1.8 over the last 22 days (32.0 → 33.8).
Risk factors
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Conflict & War
25.2/34.1 safety points.
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- Ground war
- 25.2 pts
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Official travel advisory
4 Do Not Travel
The U.S. State Department places Niger at Level 4 — Do Not Travel citing terrorism, kidnapping, unrest, crime and health. Our live index reads 33.8/100. That advisory was last revised Jul 9, 2026, 99 days ago; the index above is recomputed continuously from current reporting.
Source: U.S. Department of State, revised Jul 9, 2026. Levels run 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). This page is not travel advice.
Latest recorded events
- At least 57 security force members killed in attacks in Niger
- Rebels in Niger seize airport and television station; Army says it has control
- Niger military says it is regaining control after attempted mutiny
- Gunfire, blasts heard in several areas of Niger capital Niamey - This is a breaking news story.
- Three years under military rule: Niger still seeks stability
24-hour forecast
Trend: stable · projected score 33.8/100 (generated )
No new events; ongoing structural conflict risk remains steady.
Compared with nearby countries
| Country | Score | 0–100 | vs Niger |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niger | 33.8 | — | |
| Nigeria | 59.5 | +25.7 | |
| Benin | 78.5 | +44.7 | |
| Chad | 51.9 | +18.0 | |
| Burkina Faso | 35.2 | +1.4 | |
| Cameroon | 47.4 | +13.6 |