Rabat | NewsOrbital.com — A wave of youth protests under the banner GenZ‑212 is sweeping across Morocco, calling for sweeping reforms in healthcare, education, and transparency in governance. Since late September, demonstrations have spread in cities including Rabat, Casablanca, and Agadir, organized largely via Discord, TikTok, and Instagram.
One tragic flashpoint fueling unrest was the reported death of eight women during childbirth at a public hospital in Agadir—seen by many as evidence of systemic neglect.
Protesters sharply contrast these losses with the billions being invested in infrastructure projects ahead of Morocco’s 2030 FIFA World Cup commitments.
GenZ‑212 is leaderless and decentralized; it explicitly avoids formal affiliations with political parties. Its demands include resignations of corrupt officials, fair resource distribution, and expanded funding for education and health services.
All eyes now turn to King Mohammed VI, who is set to deliver a high‑stakes address to parliament. Protesters hope his speech will bring meaningful response to their pleas.
While many protests remain peaceful, clashes have occurred in some cities. The scale and intensity of these demonstrations have made GenZ‑212 the largest youth mobilization in Morocco in years.
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