From Malay Mail · · 1m 10s
Zara Qairina's Voice Echoes in Court
Zara Qairina's mother breaks down as court plays recordings of her final conversations.
In brief
Zara Qairina's mother breaks down as court plays recordings of her final conversations. Zara Qairina Mahathir's mother Noraidah Lamat became emotional during court proceedings after hearing recordings of her daughter's last conversations. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Court session begins
Zara Qairina Mahathir's mother Noraidah Lamat attends Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu for pre-inquest proceedings into her daughter's death.
Emotional testimony
Noraidah Lamat, 46, the 81st witness, became visibly emotional as she confirmed recordings of her daily conversations with Zara Qairina.
Recordings presented
The court heard 42 audio recordings, 35 of which captured conversations between Zara Qairina and her mother while she was alive.
Daily conversations
Zara Qairina spoke cheerfully about school activities, test results, hostel life, friends, and her mother's whereabouts.
Final farewell
Zara Qairina said, 'Ma, I love you... Bye Raa...' before her death.
“Ma, I love you... Bye Raa”
Mother's explanation
Noraidah confirmed the recordings reflected their daily communication, whether at home or over the telephone.
Other conversations
The recordings also included Noraidah's communications with school teachers, medical staff, and colleagues.
Death details
Zara Qairina died at Queen Elizabeth Hospital on July 17, 2025, after being found unconscious near her school hostel.
The headline
Zara Qairina Mahathir's mother Noraidah Lamat became emotional during court proceedings after hearing recordings of her daughter's last conversations.
