Portia Sizalobuhle Ndlovu is a PhD candidate in Social Science (Political Studies) at North-West University, South Africa. Her research focuses on civil society in Zimbabwe’s Second Republic, with broader interests in gender, digital rights, and freedom of expression. She holds an MSc in Human Rights, Peace, and Development and has explored digital freedoms in Zimbabwe. Portia has taught politics and is a Research Assistant at Conflict Lab. With experience in academia and civil society, she is passionate about gender justice, inclusive policy, and ethical media. She is currently working on several articles for publication in the near future.