Geography
Niger is in Western Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 16, 8; it has Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Libya, Mali, Nigeria.
Neighboring countries: Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Libya, Mali, Nigeria
Africa
Niger
Niger is a country in Western Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Niamey
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population
- 26.3 million
- Area
- 1,267,000 km²
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Official language
- French
- Calling code
- +227
- Internet TLD
- .ne
- Time zone
- UTC+01:00
Niger map preview: 16.00, 8.00
People and Culture
Niger uses French in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Niger varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Niger is recorded with the official name Republic of Niger. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Niamey
- Western Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Niamey
- Time zone data: UTC+01:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Niger is grouped under Africa.
- Niger has a listed area of 1,267,000 km².
- Niger is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Niger
What is the capital of Niger?
The capital of Niger is Niamey.
What continent is Niger in?
Niger is in Africa.
What currency does Niger use?
Niger uses the West African CFA franc.
What language is spoken in Niger?
French is listed for Niger in this database.