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7 Bible and Christian literature ministries:
a) In theory, Bibles may be legally imported, but Arabic versions have been seized
b) Bible translation continues in the three main Berber languages in both Arabic and Berber scripts as well as in Moroccan Arabic
c) BCCs in combination with Christian broadcasting have been successful but the authorities have sought to hinder and discredit the ministry
d) Various literature agencies – most are based in France or Spain
8 Christian electronic media ministries are making a potent impact:
a) Satellite TV has spread rapidly and is very popular in both urban and rural areas
b) Christian radio has been effective to bring the gospel to many
c) The JESUS film is being distributed on video cassettes in Arabic and the 3 major Berber languages
d) There is a great effort being made to record the Scriptures in Moroccan Arabic on cassette tape
9 Moroccans have migrated in large numbers in search of employment – many illegally and dangerously
Western Sahara
1 A peaceful and fair resolution to more than 25 years of conflict and a return of the Saharawi to their homeland is the need
2 Until recently there were no known Christians
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Area 252,000 sq.km. Almost entirely desert, but has huge phosphate deposits and one of the world's richest sea fishing areas.
Capital Laayoune.
Literacy 95%. Official language Hassaniya Arabic.
Great potential for development despite lack of water.
Ruled by Spain until 1975 and then occupied by Morocco.
100% Muslim.
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Challenges for Prayer 
Geography - Western Sahara 
Peoples - Western Sahara 
Economy - Western Sahara 
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Religion - Western Sahara