France’s Uranium Company Goes Bankrupt - As Niger Takes Back Its Wealth

France’s Uranium Company Goes Bankrupt - As Niger Takes Back Its Wealth

July 8, 2025

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EUROPEAN STEALING OF AFRICA'S WEALTH

A seismic shift is rocking the global uranium industry... and the heart of it lies in Niger. In this explosive video, we dive deep into how Niger’s new military government has nationalized its uranium mines, sending shockwaves all the way to Paris.

Just days ago, Orano, France’s state-owned uranium giant, announced it’s on the brink of bankruptcy after Niger cut off uranium exports and seized control of key mining operations like Somaïr and the massive Imouraren deposit. For over 50 years, France has relied on uranium from Niger to power nearly 40% of its electricity grid, but now, that decades-long grip is slipping away.

In this video, you’ll discover:

How France secured control of Niger’s uranium through secretive deals and political influence dating back to colonial times.

Shocking figures revealing how little Niger earned from its own uranium wealth while France reaped enormous profits.

The alleged role of Orano in influencing Niger’s politics and possibly financing coups to protect French interests.

Why Orano is threatening legal action, and whether Niger holds the upper hand under international law.

The potential crisis facing Europe’s nuclear energy sector as Niger steps back from French control.

The environmental and social consequences left behind by decades of uranium extraction in Niger.

How Niger’s bold move fits into a wider wave of anti-French sentiment across Africa, where other nations are kicking out French troops, shutting down bases, and reclaiming resources.

From the dusty uranium mines in Arlit to the halls of power in Paris, this story is about far more than minerals, it’s about sovereignty, justice, and a new chapter in Africa’s history.

Will France fight back? Can Niger manage its own uranium industry, and secure prosperity for its people? Or will new powers like BRICS, China or Russia step in to fill the vacuum?

This is the battle for Niger’s future... and the world is watching.

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