Ayesha Haroon

Ayesha Haroon (1977–2013) was a Pakistani journalist, editor, and writer known for her clarity, courage, and professionalism. She began her career at The Frontier Post and later became an editor at The Nation and the Lahore editor of The News International. She also helped launch Waqt News TV as its news director, mentoring many young journalists. Even while battling cancer, she continued to write with honesty and compassion. In 2015, she was posthumously awarded the Pride of Performance for her contributions to journalism. Early life Haroon received her education from the Kinnaird College For Women.

Career Haroon started her career with The Frontier Post as a writer in 1990 while she was still a student.

In 2007, she joined as the editor for the Lahore edition of The News International. Haroon also helped launch Waqt News TV channel and she worked as its news director.

Personal life She was married to Dr. Faisal Bari, economist and professor at Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS).

Awards and accolades The President of Pakistan posthumously awarded Haroon the Pride of Performance on 23 March 2015.