Michael Bankole, Royal Holloway University of London
Kemi Badenoch has become the first Black leader of a UK-wide political party. But her ascent is unlikely to translate into meaningful gains for Black Britons.
06Dec/24
Tag Archives: Black British people
16Jun/24
Queenie is a rejection of the ‘strong Black woman’ stereotype – and a celebration of ‘messy’ quarter life
Jenni Ramone, Nottingham Trent University
Reviews of Channel 4’s new sitcom, Queenie, are divided. The good reviews have praised the show’s authenticity, while the negative ones have called it “crude” and “bland”. Having watched the show, I wonder if the real problem is that reviewers have expected the show to deliver on every count – and they want a heroine who represents the “strong Black woman”.
19Aug/23
If England wins the world cup, the implications analysed
Aug. 19, 2023 /Sports/ — Whether or not the football will come home to England is anyone’s guess. England is certainly a target of haters, but they also have a strong team and a passionate fan base. It will be interesting to see how they perform in the World Cup.