How free is Western Sahara?

Civil liberties and political rights data for Western Sahara is shown in the data explorer, sourced from Freedom House and V-Dem.

Is there press freedom in Western Sahara?

Press freedom data for Western Sahara is included in the civil liberties indicators.

Is the internet censored in Western Sahara?

Internet freedom data for Western Sahara is available in the civil liberties section.

What are human rights like in Western Sahara?

Human rights indicators for Western Sahara are shown in the data above.

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Western Sahara Civil Liberties

Press freedom, political rights, and civil liberties

Overview

Data on press freedom, political rights, and civil liberties for Western Sahara, sourced from Reporters Without Borders, Freedom House, V-Dem, and CIRI.

Data Explorer

Political Rights Rating

7 Rating (1-7)

2025 · Freedom House

Civil Liberties Rating

7 Rating (1-7)

2025 · Freedom House

Electoral Process

0 Score (0-12)

2025 · Freedom House

Political Pluralism

0 Score (0-16)

2025 · Freedom House

Functioning of Government

0 Score (0-12)

2025 · Freedom House

Freedom of Expression

3 Score (0-16)

2025 · Freedom House

Associational Rights

0 Score (0-12)

2025 · Freedom House

Rule of Law

0 Score (0-16)

2025 · Freedom House

Personal Autonomy

4 Score (0-16)

2025 · Freedom House

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: Freedom House | V-Dem Institute · Last updated: 2025

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