Kemi Badenoch, a former software engineer, said it was an enormous honour to lead the party I love, marking a significant change from its past.
Badenoch's mixed background has informed her principles, instilling ambition and a desire to contribute to national politics during her journey from Nigeria.
Despite her reputation for not suffering fools gladly, Badenoch faces challenges in uniting and soothing sensitive Tory MPs as she forms her cabinet.
With a declining number of MPs, Badenoch's ability to appoint a shadow cabinet will be critical, resulting in what could be a very fresh frontbench.
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