Days of youth-led protests over corruption, joblessness, and social media curbs have forced Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli to step down.

In his place, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki is now Nepal’s first female prime minister, leading an interim government until elections in March 2026.

But this isn’t just about a change at the top, it’s about a new generation. Nepal’s Gen Z protesters have shown their power, toppling a leader and demanding transparency and opportunity.

So what does this mean for Nepal’s democracy and its young people?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr DB Subedi, Lecturer in Peace and Conflict Studies. School of Political Science and International Studies, The University of Queensland, to find out more.

Days of youth-led protests over corruption, joblessness, and social media curbs have forced Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli to step down.
In his place, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki is now Nepal&rsquo;s first female prime minister, leading an interim government until elections in March 2026.
But this isn&rsquo;t just about a change at the top, it&rsquo;s about a new generation. Nepal&rsquo;s Gen Z protesters have shown their power, toppling a leader and demanding transparency and opportunity.
So what does this mean for Nepal&rsquo;s democracy and its young people?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dr DB Subedi, Lecturer in Peace and Conflict Studies. School of Political Science and International Studies, The University of Queensland, to find out more.

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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.