Kemi Badenoch, Britain's first Black Conservative Party leader, prepares to challenge PM in Parliament.

Kemi Badenoch, Britain's first Black Conservative Party leader, is expected to shake up Prime Minister's Questions with her direct approach. Badenoch, born in London to Nigerian parents, previously held government roles before resigning in protest of Boris Johnson's leadership. Her election is seen as a step towards inclusiveness, but she faces challenges including Brexit's impact on Northern Ireland and recent financial instability. Prime Minister Keir Starmer congratulated her and expressed interest in working together.

November 09, 2024
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