Poverty levels are on the rise in Spain, with a major rise in severe deprivation over a decade. In South Africa, period poverty is a significant barrier to education, impacting girls' attendance. Meanwhile, the Philippines has over 80 million people below the upper-middle-income poverty line despite economic gains. Businesses and governments are working to address the gap in digital access by redistributing retired devices. Cricket is also noted for its beneficial impact in South African communities, lowering crime rates and improving social outcomes.