As autumn approaches along with the school year, Moroccan civil and human rights voices are calling for a review of the decision to maintain permanent daylight saving time in Morocco due to its negative effects on mental health and quality of life. They urge the government to conduct an objective and transparent evaluation of this decision, free from external pressures or narrow interests, and to open a broad public discussion that prioritizes citizens’ health and well-being. Ilham Belfalhi, Secretary General of the Moroccan Network for the Civil Youth Alliance, highlighted the significant negative psychological impact of permanent daylight saving time, especially during winter mornings when darkness prevails, causing daily disruption to citizens’ lifestyles. She noted that no tangible benefits have been observed in professional performance or academic achievement since the adoption of this time.

Furthermore, human rights activist Abdelkabir Jaafari described the permanent daylight saving time as a clear violation of citizens’ fundamental rights, disrupting biological rhythms and causing serious psychological and health problems, particularly for children and students who travel early in the dark, affecting their safety and academic performance. Both activists called for a transparent national dialogue involving all concerned parties to reconsider this timing policy in favor of the public interest and citizens’ participation in decisions affecting their daily lives.