Description: (Afghan Journalist Who Spoke against the Taliban and Was Shot Dead)
Zakia Zaki was a brave Afghan journalist who worked at Afghan Radio Peace station near Kabul. She courageously opposed the Taliban and championed causes like gender equality and women's rights in Afghanistan. Zaki faced threats due to her impactful reporting and was tragically killed at her home in April 2007. Her murder was part of a troubling pattern of attacks on prominent Afghan women, highlighting her as a symbol of courage and commitment in journalism.