MoU BNEE-NCEA 2026-2030 - Niger

In 2026, the Nigerien Ministry of Environment and the NCEA renewed their protocol for collaboration (2026 - 2030), expressing their intention to cooperation on various topics related to environmental impact assessment. 

As in the previous MOU, work will continue on the following topics:

• The regulatory legal framework on Environmental Assessment;
• Monitoring the Niger national environmental assessment system through the establishment of a database;
• The quality of SEAs/ESIAs through independent assessments and coaching;
• Professional exchange;
• Strengthening the organizational and individual capacities of the BNEE.

A long-term work plan has been established, which sets out intentions regarding the frequency and contents of activities to be organized. In addition, there is the long-term involvement in the SEA for the Vallee du Niger Programme, aimed at strengthening SEA procedures in Niger. Given the current geo-political context of Niger, planning will be adapted on a regular basis.