America wants the world to move on from Western Sahara’s 35-year independence referendum quest and recognise its ally Morocco’s control over the disputed territory

After 35 years of failed efforts to organise an independence referendum in Western Sahara, the United States is pushing for a change in approach, seeking to replace the long-running process with Morocco's autonomy plan despite opposition from neighbouring Algeria.

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By Olamilekan Okebiorun·October 26, 2026·South Africa