Winds and waves: Tourism takes off in disputed Western Sahara
France 24CenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by FRANCE24October 26, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Kitesurfers are increasingly visiting Western Sahara's windswept beaches, drawn by some of North Africa's best conditions for the sport. This disputed territory, claimed by both Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front supported by Algeria, is gradually becoming a niche tourism destination. The influx of visitors highlights the region's pristine coastline and challenging waters, despite its political sensitivity. This development brings new attention to Western Sahara but also adds to existing tensions in this contested area.
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western sahara 100% tourism 90% kitesurfing 80% disputed territory 70% pristine coastline 60% polisario front 50% morocco 50% algeria 40%
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