Gen Z Moroccans denounce government priorities in some of the largest protests in years

Youth take part in a protest demanding healthcare and education reforms, in Rabat, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (AP Photo) AP CASABLANCA, Morocco AP —

Youth-led demonstrators clashed with police over the weekend in some of Morocco’s largest anti-government protests in years, denouncing what they called the government’s misplaced priorities.

Hundreds of young Moroccans took to the streets of at least 11 cities across the North African nation, denouncing corruption and blasting the government for pouring money into international sporting events while neglecting health and education.

They drew a direct link between the country’s struggling health care system and its investments in the lead-up to the 2030 FIFA World Cup, shouting slogans including, “Stadiums are here, but where are th