By: Isaac Kwabena Boadu Date: 3rd September, 2025
Morocco’s streets are ablaze with a new wave of protests, echoing the Arab Spring spirit of 2011. The Gen Z 212 movement has taken center stage, demanding sweeping reforms in healthcare, education, and social justice. For six consecutive days, protesters have marched through cities like Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, and Marrakech, calling for improved public services, job opportunities, and an end to corruption.
At the heart of the protests is a deep-seated frustration among Morocco’s youth, who face high unemployment rates, particularly among graduates, and perceive widespread corruption and inequality.
The protests have also brought to light the growing discontent among Moroccans over the country’s investment in hosting the 2030 World Cup. Many are questioning the priorities of a government that seems more focused on stadiums than on providing basic services like healthcare and education.
The government has confirmed hundreds of arrests and reported injuries on both sides, sparking concerns about the potential for further escalation. As the protests continue, it’s clear that Morocco’s youth are demanding more than just reforms as they’re demanding a better future.
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