Senior Foreign Correspondent - The Daily Telegraph
Adrian Blomfield is the East Africa Correspondent for The Economist, based in Nairobi, where he covers political, economic, and social developments across the region. A seasoned journalist with over two decades of experience, he has reported from some of the world's most complex and dynamic regions, including Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Previously, he served as Moscow Bureau Chief, Jerusalem Bureau Chief, and Middle East Correspondent for The Daily Telegraph, as well as a financial markets correspondent for Reuters in Nairobi. His reporting has spanned major conflicts, geopolitical shifts, and economic transformations, demonstrating a deep commitment to insightful and impactful journalism.
What happens when global star power meets ambitious urban development? In this exclusive interview, The Daily Telegraph’s Adrian Blomfield sits down with Siaka Stevens, co-founder and CEO of Sherbro Island City, a bold initiative to transform a remote island off the coast of Sierra Leone into a world-class destination for business, culture, and tourism. Backed by actor and entrepreneur Idris Elba, the project aims to pioneer a new model of African development—one rooted in local leadership, international investment, and long-term sustainability. Stevens will share insights into the public-private vision driving the city’s creation, the hurdles faced in turning a concept into reality, and what Sherbro could mean for the future of private cities across the continent.