Niger Arrests Six Sudanese Refugees in Raid On Agadez Camp

London — “They took 6 of our strongest voices.”

Nigerien authorities have arrested six Sudanese refugees from a camp on the outskirts of the northern city of Agadez who were among the most visible organisers of ongoing protests over poor conditions and the absence of resettlement opportunities. The whereabouts of those arrested in the 21 August police raid remain unknown.

Refugees in the camp say they believe the arrests are retaliation against the six individuals for their involvement in the…