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John McDermott
Chief Africa Correspondent at The Economist
John McDermott is The Economist's Chief Africa Correspondent, based in Johannesburg but reporting across the continent.12 He joined The Economist in 2016 after working as a journalist for the Financial Times from 2010 to 2016.1
Career Highlights
- Current Role: Chief Africa Correspondent for The Economist
- Previous Experience: Journalist at the Financial Times (2010-2016)
- Government Service: Policy adviser in the UK prime minister's strategy and policy units (2008-2010)1
Education
McDermott is well-educated, having graduated from:
- London School of Economics
- Harvard University (as a Fulbright Scholar)1
Achievements
He has received recognition for his work in journalism, including:
- Medical Journalists' Association prize for feature writing
- Society of American Business Editors and Writers (SABEW) award for international reporting1
Recent Career Update
As of October 2024, McDermott announced a career change on social media. After serving as the Africa Editor for The Economist for 10 years, he is transitioning to the role of International Editor.3
John McDermott's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username john-mcdermott-7287203.4
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