Poverty: Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world, with an estimated 42.1% of its population living below the poverty line. The government has implemented various poverty reduction programs, including the National Plan for Economic and Social Development, which aims to improve access to basic services and support economic growth. However, the country still faces significant challenges in addressing poverty due to factors such as rapid population growth and climate change.

Hunger: Niger also faces high levels of hunger and malnutrition, with an estimated 1.6 million children under the age of five suffering from acute malnutrition. The government has implemented various programs to address food insecurity, including the National Program for Food Security and the National Nutrition Program. However, these efforts have been hindered by factors such as climate change and conflicts in neighboring countries.

Healthcare: Access to healthcare in Niger remains a challenge, with only 44% of the population having access to basic healthcare services. The government has implemented various programs to improve healthcare access, including the National Health Development Plan and the National Program for Reproductive Health. However, challenges such as limited resources and a shortage of healthcare workers continue to hinder progress.

Education: Niger faces significant challenges in providing access to education, particularly for girls. Only 29% of girls in Niger are enrolled in primary school, compared to 44% of boys. The government has implemented various programs to improve education access and quality, including the Education for All program and the National Plan for Education Development. However, challenges such as limited resources and cultural barriers continue to hinder progress.

Gender Equality: Niger ranks low in gender equality, with women facing significant challenges in accessing education and healthcare and participating in the workforce. The government has implemented various programs to promote gender equality, including the National Gender Policy and the National Action Plan for Gender Equality. However, cultural barriers and limited resources continue to hinder progress.

Clean Water Sanitation: Access to clean water and sanitation remains a challenge in Niger, with only 42% of the population having access to improved water sources and 12% having access to improved sanitation facilities. The government has implemented various programs to improve water and sanitation access, including the National Water Policy and the National Sanitation Program. However, challenges such as limited resources and rapid population growth continue to hinder progress.

Affordable Clean Energy: Niger faces significant challenges in providing access to affordable clean energy, with only 1% of its population having access to electricity. The government has implemented various programs to promote renewable energy sources such as solar power, including the National Renewable Energy Policy and the Niger Solar Plan. However, challenges such as limited resources and a lack of infrastructure continue to hinder progress.

Economic Growth: Niger faces challenges in achieving sustained economic growth due to factors such as limited resources and a reliance on agriculture. The government has implemented various programs to promote economic growth, including the National Plan for Economic and Social Development and the Niger 2035 Vision. However, challenges such as climate change and conflicts in neighboring countries continue to hinder progress.

Industry Innovation: Niger faces challenges in promoting industry innovation due to limited resources and a reliance on agriculture. The government has implemented various programs to promote industry innovation, including the National Industrial Policy and the Niger 2035 Vision. However, challenges such as limited resources continue to hinder progress.

Reduced Inequalities: Niger faces significant social and economic inequalities, with large disparities in access to basic services and economic opportunities. The government has implemented various programs to reduce inequalities, including the National Plan for Economic and Social Development and the National Poverty Reduction Strategy. However, challenges such as limited resources and rapid population growth continue to hinder progress.

Sustainable Cities Communities: Rapid urbanization has led to numerous challenges in Niger, including a lack of affordable housing and basic services in urban areas. The government has implemented various programs to promote sustainable urban development, including the National Urban Development Policy and the National Housing Strategy. However, challenges such as limited resources and rapid population growth continue to hinder progress.

Responsible Consumption Production: Niger faces challenges in promoting responsible consumption and production due to limited resources and a reliance on agriculture. The government has implemented various programs to promote responsible consumption and production, including the National Plan for Sustainable Development and the National Policy for the Environment. However, challenges such as climate change and limited resources continue to hinder progress.

Climate Action: Niger is highly vulnerable to climate change, with adverse effects on agriculture, water resources, and food security. The government has implemented various programs to address climate change, including the National Climate Change Policy and the National Adaptation Plan. However, challenges such as limited resources and a lack of technical expertise continue to hinder progress.

Life Below Water: Although Niger is a landlocked country, it faces challenges in managing its water resources sustainably. The government has implemented various programs to protect water resources, including the National Water Policy and the Niger Basin Authority. However, challenges such as climate change and population growth continue to hinder progress.

Life On Land: Niger faces challenges in protecting its land resources due to factors such as desertification, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. The government has implemented various programs to protect land resources, including the National Environmental Policy and the National Biodiversity Strategy. However, challenges such as climate change and population growth continue to hinder progress.

Peace Justice Strong Institutions: Niger faces challenges in promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions due to factors such as political instability, corruption, and terrorism. The government has implemented various programs to strengthen governance and the rule of law, including the National Strategy for Good Governance and the Fight against Corruption. However, challenges such as limited resources and regional conflicts continue to hinder progress.

Partnerships for the Goals: Niger recognizes the importance of partnerships in achieving its development goals and actively engages with various international partners, including UN agencies, donor countries, and NGOs. However, challenges such as limited resources and political instability continue to hinder the effectiveness of these partnerships.