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Why are there protests in Morocco?

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Protests in Morocco are driven by youth anger over social inequality, corruption, and poor public services, especially in health care and education. The movement gained momentum after deaths in a public hospital and is fueled by frustration at government spending priorities and lack of reforms.

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Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row

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  • Protests have continued for seven days across major Moroccan cities.
  • Demonstrators demand reforms in health care, education, and government accountability. 9s
  • Recent deaths at an Agadir hospital have intensified concerns over the health system. 40s
  • Gen Z 212, a youth movement, organized the protests via Discord, mobilizing 170,000 members. 1m 11s
  • Protesters criticize government spending on sports infrastructure over public services. 1m 35s
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Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row
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France 24
3 hours ago
Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row

Youth are protesting social inequality, corruption, and neglected schools and hospitals, demanding reforms in health care and education.

Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row
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France 24
3 hours ago
Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row

Discontent over the under-resourced health sector was ignited by the deaths of eight pregnant women at a public hospital, seen as proof of a failing system.

Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row
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France 24
3 hours ago
Moroccan youth protest for seventh day in a row

Protesters criticize government spending on sports infrastructure, arguing funds should go to essential public services.

Morocco's youth-led protests demand better schools, hospitals
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France 24
22 hours ago
Morocco's youth-led protests demand better schools, hospitals

Protesters demand better public services and have been frustrated by government spending ahead of the 2030 Soccer World Cup.

Morocco pledges reforms as death toll from protests rises
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Euronews
2 days ago
Morocco pledges reforms as death toll from protests rises

Demonstrators protest corruption and under-investment in government and public services, especially schools and hospitals.

Two killed in anti-government protests rocking Morocco
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Euronews
2 days ago
Two killed in anti-government protests rocking Morocco

Protesters call attention to alleged corruption and insufficient investment in government and public services.

Morocco rocked by violent clashes
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France 24
3 days ago
Morocco rocked by violent clashes

Protests began with demands for education and health care reforms, which protesters say the government has neglected.

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