Gen Z 212 protests in late 2025 mobilized youth online over healthcare, education, jobs and corruption, killing at least three and sparking broader political engagement among young Moroccans. Youth candidates like Hamza El Kharroubi founded new parties to channel activism into parliament, though only 4% of registered voters are aged 18-24 versus 29% aged 60+.
Morocco's Gen Z moves from streets to ballot box in parliamentary election
At least three people were killed during Gen Z 212 protests in October 2025.