During a session at the House of Representatives, Morocco's Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family, Naima Ben Yahia, stated that the public's generosity towards beggars contributes to the persistence of begging. She described this dynamic as a form of direct violence, as it often involves the exploitation of vulnerable individuals, including children and people with disabilities.
The minister emphasized that organized begging networks operate in many cities, using individuals to solicit money on the streets. She called for a collective responsibility to stop giving money directly to beggars and instead direct donations to official charities and social programs.
Ben Yahia's remarks come amid ongoing government efforts to combat begging and protect vulnerable populations. The ministry has launched awareness campaigns and strengthened social assistance programs to address the root causes of poverty and exclusion.
