Papar schoolgirl Zara Qairina’s death ignites nationwide outcry for justice and anti-bullying reform
A month after 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir was found dead in her school dormitory in Papar, Malaysia, thousands gathered nationwide demanding justice. In Kota Kinabalu, supporters rallied at Padang Merdeka, holding placards and chanting slogans like "Arrest the criminals" and "Justice for Zara." Many travelled long distances to participate, driven by grief and anger over the unsolved case. Organizers, a group of Bumiputera NGOs, held a peaceful demonstration with speeches, poetry, and songs, calling for accountability in Zara's death.
