Rihanna has been appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for Barbados, and will be responsible for promoting education, tourism and investment across the island.

The Ocean's 8 star commented 'I couldn’t be more proud to take on such a prestigious title in my home country. Every Barbadian is going to have to play their role in this current effort, and I’m ready and excited to take on the responsibility. I look forward to working with Prime Minister Mottley and her team to reimagine Barbados'.