Alexandra Zavis
About Alexandra Zavis
Alexandra Zavis serves as the Spot Enterprise Editor at Thomson Reuters in London, having previously held the position of News Editor for Sub-Saharan Africa at Reuters. With extensive reporting experience across more than 40 countries, she has received recognition for her work, including a Pulitzer Prize finalist nomination and the Arthur Ross Award for distinguished reporting on foreign affairs.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Alexandra Zavis serves as the Spot Enterprise Editor at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2024. Based in London, England, she has been in this role for approximately seven months. In her current capacity, she focuses on delivering timely and impactful news coverage, contributing to the organization's reputation for quality journalism.
Previous Experience at Reuters
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Alexandra Zavis worked as the News Editor for Sub-Saharan Africa at Reuters from 2018 to 2024. During her six-year tenure, she managed news coverage and editorial decisions for the region, enhancing the agency's reporting on critical issues affecting Sub-Saharan Africa.
Education and Academic Background
Alexandra Zavis studied at the University of Oxford, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Modern History from 1989 to 1992. She also holds a Master's Degree in International Journalism from City, University of London, which she completed from 1992 to 1993. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her career in journalism.
Career at Los Angeles Times
Zavis worked at the Los Angeles Times as a staff writer and desk editor from 2006 to 2018. Over her twelve years at the publication, she reported on various global issues across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the United States, contributing to the paper's comprehensive international coverage.
Achievements in Journalism
Alexandra Zavis co-edited a Reuters series that investigated abuses by Nigeria's military, which was recognized as a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in the International Reporting category. Additionally, she received the American Academy of Diplomacy’s Arthur Ross Award for her distinguished reporting on foreign affairs, highlighting her contributions to the field of journalism.