Western Sahara is a disputed territory in North Africa. It is also known as Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Sahrawi Republic, or simply just Sahara. The name "Sahrawi" is derived from the Arabic word "sahra," which means desert. Additionally, it has been referred to as the "Last Colony" due to its status as the last colonial possession in Africa. Other terms used to refer to the Western Sahara include Moroccan Sahara, Spanish Sahara, and Río de Oro. Despite the various names, the territory remains a highly disputed area with ongoing conflicts between Morocco and the Polisario Front seeking independence for the Sahrawi people.