Gen-Z protests ignite across Morocco
The youth-led “Gen-Z 212” movement demands reforms in education and healthcare, as well as stronger anti-corruption measures. By: FEDERICA SAINI FASANOTTI Dec. 3, 2025 Protesters gather in Rabat, Morocco, on Oct. 18. © Getty Images In a nutshell The Gen-Z 212 movement represents the grievances of Morocco’s youth They demand the prioritization of social services over tourism projects Mobilizers are trying to communicate directly with the king. Since late September, Morocco
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More than 1,500 people face prosecution in Morocco after GenZ 212 protests
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Saudi Arabia, Togo Back Morocco’s Western Sahara Plan
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Protests against corruption and inequality shake Morocco
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The Independent
Oct 18, 2025
Youth-led unrest exposes cracks in Morocco's economic model
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