Artificial Intelligence law at Niger
As of May 2025, Niger does not have a dedicated national law or policy specifically regulating artificial intelligence (AI). However, the country is engaged in regional and continental initiatives that influence its approach to AI governance.
🇳🇪 Niger’s Regional and Continental AI Engagement
1. Alliance of Sahel States (AES)
Niger, along with Mali and Burkina Faso, is part of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), a confederation established in 2024. While the AES focuses on areas such as defense, infrastructure, and economic integration, it is anticipated that digital policy, including AI governance, will become a subject of regional collaboration as the alliance develops its institutional frameworks. (Wikipedia)
2. African Union (AU) Strategy on Artificial Intelligence
In July 2024, the African Union adopted a continental AI strategy aimed at guiding member states in harnessing AI for development. The strategy emphasizes the development of Africa-owned AI infrastructure and recommends guidelines to regulate AI usage across the continent. (Nairametrics)
3. ECOWAS Policy on Science and Technology (ECOPOST)
Niger is a member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), which has adopted the Policy on Science and Technology (ECOPOST). ECOPOST provides a framework for member states to improve or elaborate their own national policies and action plans for science, technology, and innovation, potentially influencing national approaches to AI governance. (Wikipedia)
🇳🇪 National Developments
Currently, there are no publicly available reports indicating that Niger has initiated a national AI strategy or legal framework. The country's focus remains on broader regional and continental initiatives.
🔍 Summary
National AI Law: Not yet established.
Regional Engagement: Active participation in AES and ECOWAS initiatives.
Continental Strategy: Alignment with the AU's AI strategy.(Nairametrics)
As AI continues to evolve, it is likely that Niger will develop its own national policies and legal frameworks to address AI governance, informed by regional and continental strategies.
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