In recent weeks, a new profile of young protesters has emerged in Morocco: Generation Z (Gen Z), those born between the late 1990s and early 2000s, known for their close connection to the digital world and social media.
This generation has not confined itself to online expression but has taken to the streets, leading demonstrations in major cities such as Tangier, Rabat, and Casablanca. They carried slogans calling for comprehensive reform in the health and education sectors, the fight against corruption, and greater social justice.
Some of these young people have organized under a virtual banner called “Gen Z 212”, using digital platforms to mobilize before attempting to translate their activism into street protests. In Rabat, local authorities banned a sit-in planned by the group, deploying heavy security, which sparked strong reactions on social media.
Observers note that the rise of Gen Z reflects a shift in modes of mobilization in Morocco, as these young people blend digital activism with peaceful protest, against the backdrop of growing feelings of marginalization and a lack of response to the expectations of a wide segment of youth.
