Reya El-Salahi is an award-winning British journalist and presenter with over 15 years of expertise in news and current affairs content across TV, radio, podcasts, and live events.

 

A professionally trained broadcast journalist, Reya’s career showcases her versatility. From reporting in international conflict zones as a documentary filmmaker for the BBC to contributing to the critically acclaimed podcast This American Life, her work reflects a commitment to thought-provoking and impactful storytelling.

 

Currently, Reya hosts RAZOR, a cutting-edge science and technology documentary series on CGTN Europe, reaching an audience of over 85 million viewers in 100+ countries. She also regularly presents live programmes to a national audience on Times Radio.

 

A seasoned social commentator, event host, and debate chair, Reya has featured on prominent platforms like ITV’s Good Morning Britain and the WOW Women of the World Festival.

 

In 2025, Reya was awarded three Telly Awards for her work as a presenter on CGTN Europe’s RAZOR Science Show — a Gold and Silver in the Science & Technology category, and a Bronze in Sustainability. Her previous accolades include the BBC’s annual Diversity Award for journalism highlighting underrepresented groups, a full Bloomberg scholarship for postgraduate studies in Broadcast Journalism, and recognition as one of Britain’s most outstanding graduates on Powerful Media’s Future Leaders list.