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Trailblazing Journalist Zubeida Mustafa Passes at 84

7/10/2025

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Zubeida Mustafa, a trailblazing journalist from Pakistan, has died at 84 in Karachi. With a remarkable 33-year tenure at Dawn, she championed social issues and women's rights, earning accolades like the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. Her profound influence on journalism and advocacy for the marginalized will continue to inspire future generations.

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Zubeida Mustafa, a trailblazing journalist from Pakistan, has died at 84 in Karachi. With a remarkable 33-year tenure at Dawn, she championed social issues and women's rights, earning accolades like the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. Her profound influence on journalism and advocacy for the marginalized will continue to inspire future generations.