In a strategic move reflecting the firm commitment of transitional president Abdourahamane Tiani to reposition Niger as a sovereign player in the mining value chain, the Nigerien government signed a joint venture agreement on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, with Suvarna Royal Gold Trading LLC.
The signing of this joint venture agreement marks a decisive turning point in the economic sovereignty policy championed by the transitional authorities. This partnership will lead to the creation of Royal Gold Niger SA, a company dedicated not only to gold refining but also to jewelry manufacturing and gemstone cutting. It represents a major step toward the country’s industrialization through the development of its natural resources.
Driven by President General Abdourahamane Tiani, Niger has been pursuing an ambitious restructuring since 2023, centered on the strategic control of its mineral resources. The goal is clear: to process raw materials locally in order to generate greater added value for the benefit of the Nigerien people. This bold political direction signals a break from a long-standing, imbalanced economic model.
By organizing the gold sector, the authorities aim to turn gold into a driver of training, skilled employment, and sustainable tax revenue, while also combating illegal trading networks. Through this joint venture, the Nigerien state asserts its full role as an economic actor, actively participating in the exploitation of its own resources.
President Tiani’s message is unambiguous: “Niger will no longer be satisfied with simply producing—it will transform.” This vision reflects a desire to build an integrated, self-reliant national economy that serves both present and future generations.
