Co-President, AMC Team Lead
Peter Burdin
Former BBC Africa Bureau Chief · International Journalist · Africa Development Advocate
Peter brings 35 years of senior editorial leadership within BBC's global news operation. As BBC Africa Bureau Chief (2009–2014), he oversaw news operations across 47 African countries with 100+ reporters and producers, serving 91 million weekly viewers. He launched Focus on Africa — the BBC's nightly African news programme.
As World Assignments Editor (1996–2006), he managed major global deployments during 9/11 and the Iraq/Afghanistan conflicts. As Editor of the BBC World Affairs Unit (2006–2009), he managed 40+ prominent foreign correspondents including John Simpson, Jeremy Bowen, Fergal Keane, and Frank Gardner.
Landmark Achievements
01
Directed the BBC Nelson Mandela Project — led a 100-person team through 10-day global funeral coverage, earning the Sony Gold Award.
02
Launched Focus on Africa — BBC's flagship nightly African news programme, expanding the BBC's African audience to 91 million weekly viewers.
03
Co-Founded Education Sub Saharan Africa (ESSA) — a pan-African education charity partnering with the Bosch Foundation, Cambridge University, and the African Association of Universities.
04
Serves on the boards of African Leadership University, Wild Impact (wildlife conservation), and Humanity & Inclusion UK.
Memberships & Fellowships
Chatham House
Royal African Society
South Africa Chamber of Commerce
University of Central Lancashire Fellow
University of Michigan Fellow
