Edward Mc Allister
About Edward Mc Allister
Edward McAllister serves as the Reuters Chief Correspondent for West and Central Africa, based in Dakar, Senegal. He has a background in history from Leeds University and extensive experience in energy-related news coverage.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Edward Mc Allister serves as the Reuters Chief Correspondent for West and Central Africa. He has held this position since 2016 and is based in Dakar, Senegal. In this role, he focuses on covering significant news events and developments in the region, particularly in the energy sector. His extensive experience allows him to provide in-depth analysis and reporting on critical issues affecting West and Central Africa.
Experience at Thomson Reuters
Edward Mc Allister has a substantial history with Thomson Reuters, where he has held multiple positions. He worked as a Reporter from 2007 to 2008 in London, followed by roles as a Reporter from 2008 to 2011 and as a Senior Reporter from 2012 to 2015 in New York. Additionally, he served as Editor in Charge of Energy Markets for a brief period in 2014. His tenure at Thomson Reuters has equipped him with a deep understanding of energy-related news.
Education and Expertise
Edward Mc Allister studied at Leeds University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History from 2000 to 2003. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation for his reporting work, particularly in enterprise reporting. He specializes in general news and the energy sectors, leveraging his academic knowledge in his professional endeavors.
Previous Experience in Energy Reporting
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Edward Mc Allister worked at Gas Strategies as an Editor from 2005 to 2007. This role contributed to his expertise in energy-related news, which he has continued to develop throughout his career. His experience in this field has been instrumental in his reporting on major breaking news in West Africa.
Major Coverage in West Africa
Edward Mc Allister has been involved in covering significant breaking news in West Africa. His role as Chief Correspondent allows him to report on critical events and developments in the region, particularly those related to the energy sector. His extensive experience in this area positions him as a knowledgeable source of information on West and Central Africa.