Yalda Hakim, a prominent presenter at BBC News, has announced her departure from the channel after more than a decade to join rival broadcaster Sky News. The 40-year-old presenter shared the news on social media and expressed her gratitude towards her colleagues for their support and collaboration over the years. She also thanked the BBC for the opportunities to report on important global stories.
Fans of Yalda rushed to support her on social media, praising her coverage and activism for girls’ education in Afghanistan. Many wished her the best of luck in her new endeavor. Yalda will join Sky News as one of the chief anchors and will host a new primetime show. Sky News’ Executive Chairman, David Rhodes, expressed excitement about having Yalda join the network and highlighted her professional accomplishments and personal journey as valuable additions to their newsroom.
Yalda Hakim’s move to Sky News comes as a significant development in the media landscape. With her experience and reputation as an outstanding journalist, she is expected to make a strong impact at her new broadcasting home. It will be interesting to see how Yalda’s presence contributes to Sky News’ international news report, which already features renowned reporters such as Alex Crawford, Stuart Ramsay, and Dominic Waghorn.
