About ABN 12
ABN 12 is a modern digital news platform founded in 2026, built for a world where people discover, consume, and share news differently than ever before.
We cover global affairs, technology, business, culture, and the stories that matter to connected communities worldwide — with particular depth in Canadian affairs, Middle Eastern developments, and the African tech revolution.
Our platform is designed from the ground up for mobile readers, social sharing, and the attention economy of 2026. We believe great journalism deserves great design — clean, fast, and free of the clutter that has plagued digital media.
Our Values
Accuracy
Every story is verified, sourced, and fact-checked before publication.
Independence
Editorially independent with no political affiliation or corporate influence on our reporting.
Innovation
Built for how people consume news today — mobile-first, social-ready, and designed for clarity.
Accessibility
Making complex stories understandable for everyone through TLDR summaries and Explain Mode.
Our Team
Nadia El-Amin
Editor-in-Chief
Award-winning journalist with 15 years covering global affairs. Former correspondent for Reuters and Al Jazeera English. Based in Toronto.
Marcus Chen
Senior Tech Correspondent
Covers AI, cybersecurity, and the intersection of technology and policy. Previously at Wired and The Verge.
Sarah Okonkwo
World Affairs Reporter
Specialist in African politics and diaspora communities. Published in The Guardian, Foreign Policy, and BBC World Service.
James Whitfield
Business & Economy Editor
Covers markets, startups, and economic policy across North America. Former analyst at Bloomberg.
Layla Mansour
Middle East Correspondent
Reports on politics, culture, and society across the MENA region. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English.