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Michael Masrie

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Ethiopia, Ādīs Ābeba Āstedader
Covers:  Business, Politics, Diplomacy, International Relations
Doesn't Cover: Sport, Entertainment
Journalist | The Africa Report | Jeune Afrique | Author of 16+ Books

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I am an award-winning Ethiopian journalist, analyst, and author with over a decade of experience at the intersection of journalism, diplomacy, and international affairs. As a seasoned correspondent and contributor, I specialize in political economy, geopolitics, and global governance, offering sharp analysis and grounded insights into African and international dynamics. My reporting and commentary—featured across outlets such as The Africa Report, Allen Dreyfus, ETV, DW, VOA, NBC, and Sky News—…

What was your first job as a journalist?

My first job as a journalist was covering the African Union Summit in 2016. It was an incredible opportunity to report on high-level diplomacy and regional politics from the start of my career.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Never. I grew up writing digitally. I write everything myself and have developed speed and structure through daily reporting and long form work.

How is social media changing news?

Social platforms usually break the news, and established media verifies and explains it. That dynamic has changed the entire workflow of modern journalism.