List of rivers of Niger facts for kids

Map of Niger.

Mud houses on an island in Lake Debo, part of the Niger River.

Rivers are like the lifelines of a country, and in Niger, they are super important! They bring water for drinking, help farmers grow food, and even serve as pathways for boats. This article will introduce you to the main rivers that flow through Niger, an amazing country in West Africa. We'll explore where these rivers get their water and where they eventually end up.

Rivers Flowing to the Atlantic Ocean

Most of Niger's rivers are part of a huge system that eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean. This happens through the Niger River, which is one of Africa's longest and most important rivers. Think of it like a giant tree, where the Niger River is the main trunk, and smaller rivers are its branches, all joining together.

The Mighty Niger River

The Niger River is the most important river in Niger. It flows through many countries in West Africa, providing water and life along its long journey. In Niger, many smaller rivers and streams join it.

• Niger River
  • The Sokoto River (mostly in Nigeria) is a big river that eventually joins the Niger River.
    • The Rima River (mostly in Nigeria) flows into the Sokoto River.
      • The Goulbi de Maradi River is a seasonal river in Niger that can sometimes reach the Rima River.
  • The Mékrou River
  • The Dallol Maouri is an ancient river valley.
  • The Dallol Bosso is another ancient river valley.
    • The Vallée de l'Azaouak is a large valley that once held a river.
      • The Vallée de l'Ahzar
      • The Oued Ti-n-Amzi
  • The Tapoa River
  • The Goroubi River
  • The Sirba River
  • The Dargol River
  • The Béli River (also known as the Gorouol River)

Rivers Flowing to Lake Chad

Some rivers in Niger flow into Lake Chad, a large, shallow lake in Africa. This lake is very important for the countries around it, even though its size can change a lot depending on the season.

• Yobe River
• Dilia River