Niamey Getting there & around

Getting around

Local transport

Taxi

Abundant until 10pm, most taxis are shared. Shared taxis head towards the first passenger’s destination trolling for subsequent passengers. To catch one, hold out your arm and blurt your destination when it slows. Going your way? Voilà! You’re there for CFA200. If not? Expect a face full of dust. Yes, their theme song is ‘Are You Gonna Go My Way?’ by Lenny Kravitz.

A déplacement (private hire) costs CFA1000 for a cross-town trip.

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