Summary
Young people from Generation Z are holding protests worldwide, addressing issues like corruption, economic struggles, and poor public services. These protests, using social media for organization and communication, are challenging traditional power structures and driving significant political changes.
Key Facts
- Gen Z is leading protests across continents, addressing grievances like corruption and economic hardship.
- Protests are happening in cities such as Nairobi, Jakarta, Kathmandu, Antananarivo, and more.
- The connected nature of Gen Z, through social media, helps organize and amplify these movements.
- In Peru, protests against the government led to demonstrations over corruption and stalled reforms.
- In Madagascar, dissatisfaction with daily issues like power outages turned into calls for political change.
- Moroccan youth protested government spending priorities amid economic issues, with calls for accountability.
- In Nepal, a social media ban led to widespread protests and the resignation of the Prime Minister.
- In the Philippines and Timor-Leste, student protests addressed corruption and government spending concerns.
