December 2024

Algiers, 31 December 2024 (SPS) -  Algeria assumes, as of Wednesday, the presidency of the UN Security Council for January, a presidency it intends to use to continue making the voice of Arab and African countries heard while advocating for just causes.

One year after its election as a non-permanent member of this UN body, Algeria will take over the Security Council presidency for one month, focusing particularly on the situation in the Middle East, especially in occupied Palestine as well as counter-terrorism efforts in Africa.

Palma (Balearic Islands), December 31, 2024 (SPS) – The Association of Friends of the Sahrawi People of the Balearic Islands concluded the year 2024 with a gathering in Plaza de Cort, Palma, to express their support for the Sahrawi people.

The event was attended by members of the Association, led by their president, Catalina Roselló, the POLISARIO Front delegate in the Balearic Islands, Hamudi Mohamed Embarek, and numerous supporters of the Sahrawi cause, with musical collaboration from Musicantes de Mallorca - Chamber Choir.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Spain), December 31, 2024 (SPS) - The International Association of Lawyers for Western Sahara expressed deep concern over the attacks and smear campaign directed against Aziz Ghali, president of the Moroccan Association for Human Rights and first vice president of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH).

Wilaya of Smara, December 31, 2024 (SPS) - Prime Minister, National Secretariat member, Bushraya Hamoudi Beyoun reaffirmed Tuesday the Sahrawi State's determination to continue building and developing the educational system.

In a speech during National Education Day, held at the regional club in the wilaya of Smara, Bushraya Hamoudi Beyoun praised the workers and members of the educational system, committing to continue building and developing the educational system with the same spirit and determination despite challenges.

Wilaya of Smara, December 31, 2024 (SPS) - The Ministry of Education and Vocational Training celebrated Tuesday National Education Day, attended by Prime Minister and National Secretariat member Bushraya Hamoudi Beyoun, along with members of the National Secretariat and government, as well as educational staff from various institutions and wilayas.

Algiers, December 30, 2024 (SPS) - Algerian Minister of State and Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Community Abroad, Mr. Ahmed Attaf, has affirmed that any solution to the Western Sahara issue that contradicts the decolonization process remains merely a myth.

During a press conference in Algiers to present the results of Algerian diplomacy for the year 2024, Ahmed Attaf stated, "We affirm that any formula for a solution to the Western Sahara issue that contradicts the decolonization process is a myth, such as the autonomy proposal."

Algiers, 29 December 2024 (SPS) - President Abdelmadjid Tebboune reaffirmed Sunday in Algiers Algeria’s ongoing support for just causes in the world, with special emphasis on the Palestinian and Sahrawi causes.

President Tebboune reaffirmed Algeria’s unwavering position regarding the Western Sahara issue, underscoring that this stance “will not change until the Sahrawi people have exercised their right to self-determination.” This position “carries no animosity towards any party or State,” he said.

School of June 9, 2024 (SPS) - Hamma Salama, member of the National Secretariat, President of the National Council, affirmed that the past legislative year was marked by significant legislative work, including the ratification of several laws and protocols in line with the Sahrawi Republic's commitments in the African Union and bilateral agreements with Venezuela. This enhances the status of the Sahrawi state and solidifies its existence as an irreversible reality.

Occupied El Aaiun, December 29, 2024 (SPS) - The Sahrawi civilian prisoner Brahim Dadi Ismaili, among the Gdim Izik group, was subjected to mistreatment and medical neglect after being transferred to the hospital on Wednesday, for surgery on his left ear. This occurred due to the actions of the Moroccan General Delegation for Prison Administration and the staff at the hospital in Agadir, Morocco.

Occupied El Aaiun, December 29, 2024 (SPS) - The Association for Monitoring Resources and Protecting the Environment in Western Sahara condemned today, Sunday, the environmental crimes committed by the Moroccan occupation in Sahrawi waters, calling on the international community to assume its responsibilities and open a "comprehensive and transparent" investigation into these actions.

Algiers, 28 December 2024 (SPS) - Bolstered in their struggle for the right to self-determination by a “historical” ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) that inflicted a crushing defeat on Morocco, definitively destroying its allegations of sovereignty over Western Sahara, the Sahrawi people enjoyed a successful year in 2024.

Shaheed El-Hafed, December 28, 2024 (SPS) - The Sahrawi Journalists Association in Europe commended the efforts of Sahrawi journalists across various media platforms in presenting the image and voice of the just Sahrawi cause.

In a statement on the occasion of National Media Day, the association valued the contributions of media sector members, including journalists, technicians, engineers, and administrators, in transmitting the voice and image of the Sahrawi people to different corners of the world.

Wilaya of Awsard, December 28, 2024 (SPS) - The advisor to the presidency, responsible for political affairs, member of the National Secretariat, Mr. Bashir Mustafa Sayed, discussed the efforts of the late historical leader Houari Boumediene in supporting liberation causes worldwide, particularly the Sahrawi cause.

Shaheed Al-Hafid, December 28, 2024 (SPS) - Member of the National Secretariat , Prime Minister, Bushraya Hamoudi Beyoun affirmed that the media institution is a school for leaders and elites and serves as one of the most prominent fronts in the fight with the enemy, through which the Sahrawi cause has spread across the globe.

Shaheed Al-Hafed, December 28, 2024 (SPS) - The media community commemorated National Media Day today, Saturday, at the Media Archive headquarters, in presence of National Secretariat member, Prime Minister, Bushraya Hamoudi Beyoun.

The Day began with a speech by Minister of Information Hamada Salma, read on his behalf by the ministry's Secretary-General. In his speech, he congratulated the media community and emphasized its continued role in supporting the liberation and construction struggle, as well as confronting the fierce Moroccan media war.

Wilaya of Awsard, December 27, 2024 (SPS) -  The Secretary-General of the Algerian Students' Union, Mr. Abdel Latif Bakhta, affirmed that the presence of the Algerian youth delegation and its participation in the Sahrawi Social Solidarity Forum is a strong expression of solidarity with the Sahrawi people in their struggle for freedom and independence.

Wilaya of Awsard, December 27, 2024 (SPS) -  The Algerian youth delegation participating in the Sahrawi Solidarity Social Forum honored Friday the President, Secretary-General of the Polisario Front, Mr. Brahim Ghali, with a symbolic token, marking the 46th anniversary of the passing of the historic leader, Houari Boumediene.

Delegation members ascended the platform and took commemorative photos with the President of the Republic.

Wilaya of Awsard, December 27, 2024 (SPS) - Prime Minister Mr. Bushraya Beyoun praised the historical role played by Sahrawi youth throughout the long struggle of the Sahrawi revolution.

In his speech at the opening of the Sahrawi Social Solidarity Forum in the wilaya of Awsard, the minister stressed that youth have willingly and faithfully embraced the tasks assigned to them in all fields of struggle, demonstrating their commitment, perseverance, and loyalty to their national cause.

Wilaya of Awsard, December 27, 2024 (SPS) – The President of the Republic , Secretary-General of the Polisario Front oversaw the commencement of the fourth edition of the Sahrawi Solidarity Social Forum for Youth in the wilaya of Awsard, attended by several members of the National Secretariat of the Polisario Front, members of the Sahrawi government, youth leaders, and a delegation of Algerian youth.

Wilaya of Smara, December 27, 2024 (SPS) - The regional club in the Wilaya of Smara, Sahrawi refugee camps, hosted Friday an event to commemorate the 46th anniversary of the decease of the late President Houari Boumediene. This occasion served to reflect on the man's stances towards just causes, particularly the Sahrawi issue.