Poverty levels are growing in Spain, with a major rise in severe deprivation over a decade. In South Africa, lack of access to menstrual products is a significant barrier to education, impacting girls' attendance. Meanwhile, the Philippines has 83 million people below the upper-middle-income poverty line despite economic gains. Businesses and governments are working to address the digital divide by redistributing retired devices. Cricket is also noted for its beneficial impact in South African communities, lowering crime rates and improving social outcomes.