Mohammad Ibrahim Ebrat

Name: Mohammad Ibrahim Ebrat
Occupation: Journalist and Civil Activist
Date of Birth: May 12, 1994
Date of Assassination: May 28, 2020
Place of Assassination: Zabul Province
Person/Group Responsible for Assassination Unknown

Life and Education:

Mohammad Ibrahim Ebrat was born in Zabul province, Afghanistan. He completed his education at Shaikh Mati Baba High School in Qalat, Zabul, and later obtained his degree from Dar al-Muallimin (a teacher training institution). However, driven by his passion for journalism, he pursued multiple journalism courses, both short- and long-term, and gained practical experience working at several local radio stations in Zabul.

Activities:

Ebrat started his professional career with the local radio station Qalat Zhagh and continued his work with other Zabul-based media outlets. His work centered around encouraging the youth and particularly women to engage in media and cultural activities. Recognizing the growing needs of Zabul’s community, he expanded his efforts into civil and human rights activism.

Ebrat founded the civil society organization Rana in Zabul, aimed at empowering youth and women. Through Rana, he conducted educational workshops, awareness campaigns, and charitable activities, including humanitarian aid distribution to underprivileged families. His activism was driven by a desire to challenge Zabul’s harsh socio-political landscape, where threats not only came from the Taliban but also from local warlords and religious extremists who were hostile toward human rights defenders.