For local Sahrawi journalists and activists, attempts to disseminate information outside the officially sanctioned Moroccan narrative often lead to immediate and severe repercussions. Specific cases of censorship and harassment are numerous, ranging from brief detentions and equipment confiscation to sustained physical harassment and lengthy arrests. Independent reporters, who increasingly rely on digital platforms to bypass traditional checks, are constantly monitoring for government interference. The authorities frequently employ digital surveillance techniques to track communication and movements, and in high-tension moments, there are reports of targeted internet blackouts or throttling of social media platforms, effectively isolating the area and preventing immediate documentation of events.