Moroccan youth demand reforms, release of detainees in ‘Gen Z’ protests
Protesters in Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier want social justice, release of detainees
Young protesters, who call themselves "Generation Z" and gathered in front of the Parliament building continue their demonstrations for the seven consecutive day to demand better living conditions, reforms in health and education services, stronger anti-corruption measures and the government's resignation in Rabat, Morocco on October 04, 2025.
ISTANBUL
Young demonstrators in Morocco demanded reforms Saturday in the education and health sectors, stronger action against corruption and the release of those detained during previous protests, as part of rallies organized by the “Gen Z 212 Movement.”
Hundreds gathered in cities, including Rabat, Casablanca and Tangier, chanting “Freedom for detainees” and “Freedom, dignity, social justice.”
The movement previously staged similar demonstrations between Sept. 27 and Oct. 9 before temporarily pausing activities.
The youth group Gen Z 212 announced that demonstrations will be held every Saturday and Sunday.
The government has accelerated reform projects in recent weeks in the health and education sectors to address the main demands of protesters.
