Olivier Blamangin

Active in associations and trade unions, independent researcher. He has published several investigations into the extractive sector, tax evasion and the activities of French companies operating in Africa.

Nigerien Uranium at the Service of France’s “Greatness” Rémi Carayol, Olivier Blamangin · October 2024 As relations between Paris and Niamey near a complete rupture, the future of the mines operated by Orano hangs in the balance. Will the nuclear giant leave Niger after more than fifty years of a contested presence ? Afrique XXI dedicates a special report to the explosive history of Nigerien (…)
Analysis Long-term Mine Grabbing Rémi Carayol, Olivier Blamangin · October 2024 As relations between Paris and Niamey near a complete rupture, the future of the mines operated by Orano hangs in the balance. Will the nuclear giant leave Niger after more than fifty years of a contested presence ? Afrique XXI dedicates a special report to the explosive history of Nigerien (…)
The Foundations of a Win-Lose Agreement Olivier Blamangin · October 2024 As relations between Paris and Niamey near a complete rupture, the future of the mines operated by Orano hangs in the balance. Will the nuclear giant leave Niger after more than fifty years of a contested presence ? Afrique XXI dedicates a special report to the explosive history of Nigerien (…)