First black female high commissioner appointed by Foreign Office

NneNne Iwuji-Eme says she hopes to inspire young talent, regardless of race or background

The Foreign Office has appointed its first black female high commissioner as it steps up efforts to change the overwhelmingly white, male face of the diplomatic service.

NneNne Iwuji-Eme, who has spent 16 years in the Foreign Office, will take up her role as British high commissioner to Mozambique in July, taking over from Joanna Kuenssberg.