After Nepal, thousands of ‘Gen-Z’ youth protest in Peru !

Protests against corruption and pension reforms

(Gen-Z refers to the generation born between 1996 and 2010)

Lima (Peru) – Following Nepal, Peru has seen thousands of ‘Gen-Z’ youth take to the streets to protest government policies. On September 27, youth in the capital Lima chanted slogans and demonstrated against President Dina Boluarte. Police used tear gas and mild lathicharge to control the situation, prompting some demonstrators to throw stones.

🔥 Gen-Z fury spreads from Asia to South America

📍 Lima, 27 Sept — thousands of youth hit the streets, angered over corruption and new pension reforms

💰 New rule: every citizen above 18 must join a pension fund

⚠️ Triggered unrest since 20 Sept

👥 Protesters raised slogans… pic.twitter.com/Q7qNq3isQW

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) September 29, 2025

The protests began on September 20, following a change in the pension system. New regulations require everyone in Peru over the age of 18 to join a pension fund, which has been strongly opposed by young people. In addition, there is longstanding public discontent with President Boluarte and the parliament.