Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers closing remarks at the 6th Session of the Botswana and South Africa Bi-National Commission
Europe’s Economy News: EU Spring Economic Forecast Update in 60 seconds
Source: European Commission (video statements)
Tariffs, rising energy prices, and global uncertainty are putting pressure on Europe’s economy.
The European Commission projects weaker EU growth, with GDP expected to slow to 1.1% in 2026, while inflation is forecast to rise to 3.1% due to renewed energy pressures.
But investment in energy resilience, supply diversification, decarbonisation, and lower energy consumption may help Europe absorb the shock.
As Europe adapts to weaker demand, cautious businesses, and higher prices, one question remains:
Can Europe turn today’s uncertainty into tomorrow’s strength?
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A ‘Super El Niño’ could be on its way. Here’s what that would look like
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Scientists have spotted signs of an unusually powerful El Niño, which could form as early as this month.
El Niño is a natural #climate pattern that occurs every 2-7 years. It can trigger flooding in South America and the US, and #drought and wildfires in southern Asia and Australia.
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Three young leaders changing the world one step at a time
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
An Olympic runner who won his country’s first gold medal, an entrepreneur making cooking stoves safer and cleaner in Africa, and a campaigner for women’s economic and human rights.
What do all three have in common? They are among the new cohort of Young Global Leaders, a community of individuals working to solve some of the world’s big challenges.
Hosts:
Robin Pomeroy and Ida Jeng Christensen, Head of the Forum of Young Global Leaders
Guests:
Charlot Magayi, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Mukuru Clean Stoves
Kirani James, Olympic Athlete
Trisha Shetty, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, SheSays
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The Forum of Young Global Leaders: https://www.younggloballeaders.org/home
Report: Next Generation Leadership for a World in Transformation: https://www.weforum.org/publications/next-generation-leadership-for-a-world-in-transformation-driving-dialogue-and-action/
Mukuru Clean Stoves: https://mukurustoves.org/
Earthshot Prize: https://earthshotprize.org/winners-finalists/mukuru-clean-stoves/
Kirani James: https://www.kiranijames.com/
SheSays: https://weareshesays.com/
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How leaders can fix focus and happiness in an AI Era: Psychologist Jonathan Haidt: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader/episodes/jonathan-haidt-happiness-focus-habits-ai/
What women’s sports reveals about building future leaders: Deloitte’s Lara Abrash: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader/episodes/womens-sports-leadership-skills-gender-gap/
Why one CEO sets ‘non-goals’ – and what ultramarathons taught him about focus and mental toughness: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader/episodes/nicholas-thompson-focus-running-ground/
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UK Watch live: Lords debates foreign affairs, international relations and defence
Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)
Following the State Opening of Parliament, the House of Lords will debate the content of the King’s Speech over five days.
On the fifth and final day of debate, members will discuss foreign affairs, international relations and defence.
Find out more about the King’s Speech debates: https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2026/may-2026/state-opening-of-parliament-2026/
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Housing at the Center of the New Urban Agenda | WUF13 | United Nations
Source: United Nations (video statements)
At the thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, global leaders and urban development experts reflect on the urgent need to place housing at the center of sustainable development. Dr. Maimunah Mohd Sharif (Advisor on Sustainable Urban Development), Olivia Nielsen (Miyamoto International), Thembisile Simelane (Minister of Human Settlements, South Africa), and Dr. Renu Khosla (CURE) speak about the links between housing, resilience, inclusion, economic opportunity, and climate adaptation, while addressing the realities cities continue to face around rapid urbanization, land pressures, informal settlements, and unequal access to adequate housing. Ten years after the adoption of the New Urban Agenda, they emphasize the importance of moving beyond commitments toward more integrated, people-centered, and sustainable urban development.
Video Producer Rosalie Boyle
Videographer Andres Felipe Carvajal Gomez
For more information about WUF13, please visit: https://enb.iisd.org/world-urban-forum-wuf13
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South Africa Government: President Ramaphosa Co-Chairs the 6th Session of Botswana and South Africa Bi-National Commission
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Cyril Ramaphosa Co-Chairs the 6th Session of the Botswana and South Africa Bi-National Commission
South Africa Government: President Cyril Ramaphosa undertakes a tour at Botswana Vaccine Institute
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Cyril Ramaphosa undertakes a tour at Botswana Vaccine Institute
South Africa Government: Deputy President Paul Mashatile delivers a keynote address at The NEPAD@25 Business Breakfast
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Deputy President Paul Mashatile delivers a keynote address at The NEPAD@25 Business Breakfast Century City, Cape Town.
South Africa: Minister in the Presidency, Ms. Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, tables the GCIS Budget Vote.
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
Minister in the Presidency, Ms. Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, tables the GCIS budget at the Good Hope Chambers.
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