Niamey Practical information

Health & safety

Dangers & annoyances

While violent incidents are generally rare in Niamey, do exercise caution along Corniche de Yantala and Corniche de Gamkalé – always take a taxi after dark. The Grand and Petit Marchés are prime pickpocket grounds.

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While you're there

Medical services

Clinique Alissa (72 57 66; Ave du Président Kalt Casten; 24hr)

Nouvelle Poly-Clinic Pro-Santé (72 26 50; Ave du Général de Gaulle; 24hr)

Tafadeck (73 20 34; Rue du Président Heinrich Lubké) Niamey’s best dentist.

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