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Story summary
- Mass protests in Morocco, Madagascar, and Nepal reflect Gen Z activists' demands for political change.
- Morocco has seen over 5,000 arrests during a crackdown on dissent, including rapper Souhaib Qabli, who was sentenced for criticizing corruption.
- In Madagascar, interim leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina has pledged elections by 2027 but retains many former ministers, leading to skepticism.
- Nepal's youngest prime minister, Balendra Shah, aims to tackle corruption and economic issues but lacks a clear plan.
- Youth movements continue to struggle to convert protest momentum into political power.
