The wave of Gen Z-led protests has spread across continents, shaping global politics in 2024 and 2025.
According to Statista, youth movements demanding accountability, justice, and reform have erupted in countries including Kenya, Morocco, Peru, Serbia, Nepal, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Indonesia, Madagascar, and Timor-Leste.
In some nations, the demonstrations have led to the downfall of governments, underscoring the power of young people to influence change.
Driven by social media and a shared sense of frustration over corruption, inequality, and governance, Gen Z activists are redefining civic engagement and asserting their role as a formidable force for political transformation worldwide.