IMF Staff Agrees to New Credit Facility for Niger and Concludes Consultation

An IMF staff team reached a staff-level agreement with Nigerien authorities for a new 38-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program, providing approximately US$203 million. This agreement follows the completion of the tenth and final review of Niger's previous ECF-supported program and the 2026 Article IV Consultation. Niger's economy is projected to grow by 7 percent in 2026, driven by agriculture and extractive sectors, despite ongoing security and climate challenges, indicating continued international support for its economic stability.