I’m an investigative journalism and strategic communications consultant turned geopolitical analyst and researcher, with over a decade of experience translating complex political issues into actionable insights and compelling narratives, especially in foreign policy, democracy, and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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I work with global affairs institutions, human rights organizations, and advocacy groups to provide geopolitical risk briefings, narrative threat assessments, and stakeholder analysis, especially focused on foreign policy, authoritarianism and civic repression in the MENA region.

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I’m also a co-founder of Mada Masr, Egypt’s last surviving independent investigative newsroom, and a board member of the Arab and Middle Eastern Journalists Association (AMEJA).

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My work spans foreign policy analysis, investigative reporting, and media strategy. I’ve reported on authoritarianism, civil society repression, and global power dynamics for outlets like The Guardian, The Financial Times, Limes, the Juggernaut, and Mada Masr.

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Alongside journalism, I’ve provided analysis and communications support to policy institutions, diplomatic missions, and human rights organizations, including the British Embassy in Cairo, the Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy (TIMEP), and Just Vision (in partnership with +972 Magazine).

 

My work has included briefing policymakers, advising on media strategy, and coordinating stakeholder engagement around issues like civil society repression, resource conflicts, disinformation, and foreign policy.

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As a producer and fact-checker, I’ve supported narrative development on podcasts and audio platforms including Kerning Cultures Network, TED Podcasts, Campside Media, Cerdan Stories, and Wondery. These projects have tackled issues such as Sudanese political resistance, post-Soviet transitions in Latvia, and feminist movements in Mexico.

 

I currently support clients across:

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• Geopolitical and Narrative Risk Analysis
  Research and insights on authoritarian regimes, civil society threats, disinformation, and  US, EU or UK foreign policy across the MENA region.

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• Investigative Research and Story Consulting
  OSINT-driven research, source vetting, and narrative structuring for articles, reports, and policy briefs.

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• Interview Coaching and Media Training
  Practical preparation for journalists, policy experts, and advocates engaging in high-stakes interviews or public media.

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• Strategic Communications and Outreach
  Stakeholder targeting, media strategy, and campaign visibility for organizations working in international policy and human rights.

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Let’s work together to bring clarity, credibility, and political insight to your story or strategy.

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