Gen Z Protests: Youth Movements Across Asia, Africa, and South America

Setra Ariliva Andrianarivelonarivo, a 25-year-old from Madagascar, joined protests after realising online activism wasn’t enough. In Indonesia, demonstrations erupted over parliamentary housing allowances and a delivery driver’s death. In Nepal, protests against social media bans turned into anti-corruption rallies, leading to a change in government. The Philippines saw mass protests after corruption allegations surfaced. Throughout these movements, the symbol of a skull and crossbones with a straw hat from the anime One Piece has emerged as a unifying force for Gen Z activists. With a focus on freedom and defiance, young protesters across the globe are fighting for a better future.