Malala Yousafzai, world’s youngest Nobel Prize laureate

Malala Yousafzai, world’s youngest Nobel Prize laureate

Malala Yousafzai, born on July 12, 1997, is a prominent Pakistani advocate for female education and earned the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize in 2014 when she was just 17 years old. She is the world’s youngest Nobel Prize laureate, the first Pashtun, and the second Pakistani to receive this esteemed award.

Hailing from Swat, her native homeland, Malala has relentlessly championed the cause of human rights, particularly the education of women and children. In Swat, the Pakistani Taliban had imposed bans on girls attending school, prompting her to advocate for change. Her advocacy has transcended national boundaries and evolved into a global movement.

Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi aptly describes Malala Yousafzai as Pakistan’s most prominent citizen, underlining her significant impact on her nation and the international stage.