Saharawis demonstrating against Kosmos Energy in occupied territory

14 October, women in El Aaiun, Western Sahara took to the streets to protest the upcoming drilling of Kosmos Energy in occupied Western Sahara. 

Published 18 October 2014

14 October, women in El Aaiun, Western Sahara took to the streets to protest the upcoming drilling of Kosmos Energy in occupied Western Sahara. The UN states oil exploration in the territory is illegal if the Saharawis do not consent to it. 
 

Tūhana human rights advisors ignore human rights

A consultancy hired to assess phosphate imports from occupied Western Sahara into New Zealand concludes there is no problem. 

29 April 2026

MEPs push back on Commission over Western Sahara in EU–Morocco trade

MEPs from across the political spectrum sharply criticised the European Commission over its handling of EU-Morocco trade relations covering occupied Western Sahara, raising concerns over legality, transparency and an apparent disregard for Parliament’s role.

19 March 2026

SRI update

The following overview enlists stock-exchange registered companies with current or recent operations in occupied Western Sahara. Updated 16 April 2026

15 March 2026

Siemens Energy sidesteps key questions on Western Sahara

At its 2026 Annual General Meeting, Siemens Energy defended its involvement in wind energy projects in occupied Western Sahara.

12 March 2026