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Gen Z and digital protests across Asia and Africa (Level A1) — Friday For Future 23/09/2022

Gen Z and digital protests across Asia and AfricaCEFR A1

24 Nov 2025

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
74 words
  • Young people lead many protests in Asia and Africa.
  • They often use phones and online apps to organise.
  • Gen Z wants fair government and basic services.
  • In April 2025 Nepali youths share memes about corruption.
  • By September 2025 online posts become street marches.
  • Authorities try social media bans, but users move online.
  • Within thirty hours the elected government falls after many actions.
  • Elections are set for March 2026 and a new minister is named.

Difficult words

  • protestA demonstration against something.
    protesting, protests
  • changeTo make something different.
  • justiceFairness in treatment or behavior.
  • social mediaWebsites used for sharing content and ideas.
  • fairnessThe quality of being fair and just.

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Discussion questions

  • Why do you think young people protest?
  • What changes would you like to see in your country?
  • How can social media help in organizing protests?

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