Support for Sahrawi Prisoners and Human Rights
Kampala, Uganda – On July 14, 2026, the Ugandan Solidarity Movement with the Sahrawi People publicly declared its unwavering support for the Sahrawi people amid a growing international campaign advocating for the rights of Sahrawi civilian prisoners currently held in Moroccan prisons. This statement comes particularly in light of Sahrawi civilian prisoner Naâma Asfari's ongoing hunger strike, which he initiated to protest his prolonged detention and the severe human rights violations he has faced during his imprisonment.
In this declaration made in the Ugandan capital, Kampala, the movement emphasized its commitment to the legitimate struggle of the Sahrawi people for justice, dignity, and the respect of human rights. They reiterated the importance of the Sahrawis' inalienable right to self-determination, a fundamental principle enshrined in international law that must be upheld. The movement expressed profound concern regarding the humanitarian conditions that Sahrawi political prisoners and human rights advocates endure in Moroccan detention facilities. Notably, the alarming health status of Naâma Asfari, who continues his hunger strike as a form of protest against what has been deemed arbitrary detention, has drawn particular attention. His situation serves as a poignant reflection of the plight faced by numerous Sahrawis who advocate for their rights through non-violent means.
The Ugandan Solidarity Movement renewed its call for solidarity with the Sahrawi people, urging the international community, civil society organizations, and human rights defenders to heighten their efforts to advocate for the Sahrawi's right to self-determination and independence. Furthermore, they called for immediate actions to secure the release of Sahrawi civilian prisoners, emphasizing the need for collective action to address these pressing human rights issues.
As reported by spsrasd.info.
