Zain Asher

Zain Ejiofor Asher is a Nigerian-British journalist, news anchor, and author. She is widely recognized as the host of "One World with Zain Asher" on CNN International, where she covers global news, politics, and business. Asher's career is marked by her transition from financial news to international journalism and her commitment to telling compelling, often underreported stories from around the world.Early Life and Education Zain Ejiofor Asher was born in South London, England, to first-generation Nigerian parents. Her father died in a tragic car accident when she was five years old, and she was subsequently raised by her mother. Her older brother is the acclaimed actor Chiwetel Ejiofor. Asher is highly educated, holding a degree from Oxford University, where she studied French and Spanish, and a Master's degree in broadcast journalism from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism.Career Progression and Major Achievements Asher began her professional career in financial journalism, initially working as a money editor at *The Daily Telegraph*. She also spent two years at the New York-based financial news network, Bloomberg Television, where she covered economic news and global market trends. In 2013, Asher joined CNN as a correspondent and anchor for CNN International. She quickly established herself as a trusted voice, covering some of the most significant global events, including the kidnapping of the Chibok girls in Nigeria, the terrorist attack at the Westgate shopping mall in Kenya, and the aftermath of the Nepal earthquake. Her reporting often focuses on the intersection of culture, business, and politics in Africa and emerging markets. Asher is the current anchor of "One World with Zain Asher," a globally broadcast news program focusing on world events and their impact.Notable Works and Current Status In addition to her career in television journalism, Asher is an accomplished author. Her memoir, *Where the Children Take Us: How One Family Achieved the Unimaginable*, was published in 2022. The book details her family's immigration story, her mother's perseverance in raising her children in London, and the eventual success of her and her siblings. Zain Asher currently serves as the anchor for "One World with Zain Asher" on CNN International. She resides in New York City.