Moroccan youth make up 12% of population but 4% of voters

Moroccan youth make up 12% of population but 4% of voters

Moroccans aged 18-24 make up roughly 12% of the 36.8 million population but only 4% of 15.8 million registered voters for the September 23 legislative elections, Morocco's 12th since independence. Authorities say the vote aims to boost youth representation. Turnout among young voters will indicate whether the gap narrows.

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