RABAT: After a 10-day break, young Moroccans have returned to the streets of Rabat, demanding urgent government reforms in education, healthcare, and anti-corruption measures.
The demonstrations, led by the online youth collective GenZ 212, took place on Saturday in front of the national parliament.
Protesters said the renewed action was aimed at strengthening unity among young activists and maintaining pressure on authorities to act on their demands.
Even though we paused for more than 10 days, we are continuing until our demands are met, not just in words but in reality, said one protester, Reda.
The protests mark the first major demonstration since King Mohammed VI addressed parliament 10 days earlier.
His call for job creation and improved social services was seen by many as insufficient, as it failed to directly address the youth-led movement.
Another protester, Naji, described the political climate as fluid but expressed hope for change.
It’s too early to tell whether this movement will bear fruit, but the youth are hopeful, he said.
Organizers insist the movement has not lost momentum despite reports suggesting otherwise.
The GenZ 212 campaign has drawn inspiration from similar youth-led movements around the world, including those in Nepal.
The continuing protests underscore growing frustration among Morocco’s younger generation over economic hardship, rising living costs, and perceived government inaction.
