Samira Ahmed is a British journalist, writer and broadcaster working for the BBC. She is known for presenting Front Row, a program on BBC Radio 4, and Newswatch, which airs on the BBC News channel and BBC One during BBC Breakfast. In addition to these regular presenting roles, Ahmed regularly produces and presents radio documentaries. Ahmed's work has been recognized within the broadcasting industry. In March 2020, she was named British Broadcasting Press Guild audio presenter of the year, acknowledging her contributions to radio broadcasting.