Young activists from Morocco's GenZ212 movement, which led nationwide protests in late 2025, are now entering electoral politics. Younes Belaidi, a 29-year-old from Casablanca, is running for parliament in the Aïn Chock constituency under the banner of the Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS).
The GenZ212 protests, which erupted in late 2025, were driven by demands for political reform and greater economic opportunity for young Moroccans. The movement drew widespread attention for its use of social media and its decentralized organization.
Belaidi's candidacy is part of a broader effort by GenZ212 activists to translate street mobilization into institutional representation. Several other young candidates affiliated with the movement are also running in different constituencies, according to local reports.
The PPS, a left-wing party with a long history in Moroccan politics, has positioned itself as a vehicle for the movement's demands. The party has historically advocated for social justice and democratic reforms.
Morocco's next parliamentary elections are expected to be a test of whether the GenZ212 movement can convert its protest energy into electoral success. The results will be closely watched as an indicator of the political engagement of Morocco's youth.
