At a time when Africa is convulsed by various threats and American interests could be at risk, United States influence is in ...

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Niamey (Niger) (AFP ... of Niger -- 1,267 square kilometres (490 square miles) largely covered by desert plains and sand dunes. The deal is lucrative for the US company.