John Mc Dermott
About John Mc Dermott
John Mc Dermott serves as the Chief Africa Correspondent for The Economist, a position he has held since 2016. He studied Public Policy at Harvard University and has a background in history from The London School of Economics.
Work at The Economist
John Mc Dermott has served as the Chief Africa Correspondent at The Economist since 2016. In this role, he reports on various issues affecting the African continent, providing insights and analysis on political, economic, and social developments. His position is based in the Johannesburg Area, South Africa, where he has focused on delivering in-depth coverage of significant events and trends across Africa.
Previous Experience at Financial Times
Before joining The Economist, John Mc Dermott worked at the Financial Times as a Commentator from 2013 to 2016. During his three years in this role, he contributed to discussions on economic and political matters, providing expert commentary and analysis from London, United Kingdom.
Policy Adviser Role at Number 10 Downing Street
John Mc Dermott served as a Policy Adviser at Number 10 Downing Street for one year, from 2009 to 2010. In this capacity, he was involved in advising on various policy matters, contributing to the formulation and implementation of government strategies while based in London, United Kingdom.
Education and Expertise
John Mc Dermott holds a Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree from Harvard University, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. He also studied at the Harvard Kennedy School, further enhancing his expertise in public policy. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), completing his studies there from 2003 to 2006.