Somali-born Sagal Abdii Waaliin elected to the UK Parliament

Sagal Abdii Waaliin, a Somali-born politician, has made history by being elected as a Member of the UK Parliament for the constituency of Holborn and St Pancras. Arriving in Britain as a refugee at the age of six, she previously served as the leader of Camden Council. In her new role, she has pledged to prioritize housing issues, advocate for public ownership of Thames Water, and create opportunities for youth. Her victory is seen as a significant milestone for diversity in British politics.