Namibia and South Africa reaffirmed their continued support for the pursuit of self-determination in Western Sahara.

The countries declared their support during the Bi-National Commission Ministerial Meeting held in Windhoek. The United Nations classified Western Sahara as a non-self-governing territory.

While the Sahrawi people have been waiting for a referendum, Morocco has invaded and occupied the territory since 1975 and has been profiting from the resources of Western Sahara.