Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Deputy President Mr Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile delivers his remarks at the Closing Ceremony of the Türkiye-Africa Business and Economic Forum at the Istanbul International Conference Centre, Türkiye.
The 2025 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index from UNDP and OPHI reveals how hundreds of millions of people face a double burden of poverty and climate change. Nearly 80% of poor people already live in areas exposed to heatwaves, floods, droughts or air pollution and the risks are intensifying. The new report shows how climate hazards are deepening inequality and hitting poor communities hardest.
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
His Excellency, Dr Ruslan Stefanchuck addressed parliamentarians, he updated on the situation in Ukraine and reaffirmed our continued support and parliamentary solidarity.
Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill Committee was appointed to consider the safeguards and procedures contained in the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill by hearing evidence including from professional bodies, those with professional experience of coronial services, and ministers.
Over two sessions, the committee will hear from the bill’s sponsors Lord Falconer of Thoroton and Kim Leadbeater MP, plus health care professionals from the Royal Colleges of Physicians, GPs and Nursing.
Find out more https://committees.parliament.uk/event/25323/formal-meeting-oral-evidence-session/
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Source: International Monetary Fund – IMF (video statements)
Sub-Saharan Africa’s growth remains steady at 4.1% in 2025, supported by macroeconomic stabilization and reform efforts in key economies. Resource-intensive and conflict-affected countries continue to face significant headwinds.