An Educated Generation but Disillusioned
Over 30% of the Moroccan population is under 30 years old. Yet, this vibrant force faces a lasting crisis of trust in political institutions.
Repeated promises of reform and the struggles to translate citizen participation into concrete actions have fostered a feeling of disconnect between the youth and the public sphere.
According to a survey by the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE), 80% of young people believe that politics “does not change anything in their daily lives.” This alarming observation occurs in a country where generational transition is crucial for stability and social innovation.
Multiple Causes for Deep Disillusionment
Unemployment, insecurity, and lack of opportunities fuel this malaise.
Despite economic progress, the job market remains inaccessible to many graduates, pushing some toward the informal sector or toward migration.
Additionally, there is a sense of exclusion from public debate. Political parties, often seen as disconnected, struggle to incorporate young voices into their leadership bodies.
The promised generational renewal, mentioned during every election, struggles to materialize.
Engagement Elsewhere: Digital, Associative, and Cultural
In the face of political distrust, Moroccan youth engage in alternative ways.
On social media, they create a new language of opinion: awareness campaigns, micro-activism, online debates, and the creation of educational or humorous content with civic relevance.
At the same time, the associative and cultural fabric is experiencing unprecedented growth. Local initiatives work in education, the environment, or social entrepreneurship, giving youth a concrete space for action beyond institutional frameworks.
Between Roots and Exile: The Quest for Meaning
The dream of migration has never been so strong. For many, leaving for Europe or North America represents not only an economic opportunity but also a quest for recognition and freedom..
But those who stay, often by choice, invent other paths: freelancing, digital entrepreneurship, independent culture. This diversity of trajectories reflects less a rejection of Morocco than a desire to reinvent it..
Towards a New Generational Contract?
Recent signals indicate a stir: several public programs, such as Forsa, Intelaka or the renovated youth houses, aim to connect youth with economic and social life.
However, without profound political reforms and better representation for those under 35, the generational divide may widen.
Morocco in 2030 must take a gamble: trust its youth not only as a workforce but as a decision-making and visionary engine.