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Antalpha Anuncia Lançamento de Oferta Pública Inicial

SINGAPURA, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  A Antalpha Platform Holding Company (“Antalpha” ou a “Empresa”) anunciou hoje que lançou o roadshow para sua proposta de oferta pública inicial de 3.850.000 ações ordinárias com preço previsto para entre US $11,00 e US $13,00 por ação ordinária. A Antalpha espera conceder aos subscritores uma opção de 30 dias para a compra de 577.500 ações ordinárias adicionais para cobrir eventuais lotes adicionais. A Empresa solicitou a listagem de suas ações ordinárias no Nasdaq Global Market sob o símbolo “ANTA”.

A Roth Capital Partners e a Compass Point são gerentes de contabilidade conjuntos para a oferta proposta.

A oferta proposta será realizada apenas através de um prospecto. Cópias do prospecto preliminar relativo a esta oferta proposta, quando disponíveis, podem ser obtidas visitando EDGAR no site da SEC em www.sec.gov. Alternativamente, cópias do prospeto preliminar, quando disponíveis, podem ser obtidas em: Roth Capital Partners, LLC, 888 San Clemente Drive, Suite 400, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Attn: Prospectus Department, Por telefone: (800) 678–9147, ou pelo e–mail [email protected]; ou Compass Point Research & Trading, LLC, Attention: Syndicate, 1055 Thomas Jefferson Street, N.W. Suite 303, Washington, D.C. 20007, ou por e–mail para: [email protected].

Uma declaração de registro no Formulário F–1 relativa à oferta proposta desses valores mobiliários foi arquivada na SEC, mas ainda não entrou em vigor. Esses valores mobiliários não podem ser vendidos, nem ofertas de compra podem ser aceitas antes de a declaração de registro entrar em vigor. Este comunicado de imprensa, realizado de acordo com a Rule 134 do Securities Act of 1933 emendado, não constitui uma oferta de venda nem uma solicitação de uma oferta para compra, nem deverá haver qualquer venda desses valores mobiliários em qualquer estado ou outra jurisdição em que tal oferta, venda ou solicitação seja ilegal antes do registro ou qualificação sob as leis de valores mobiliários de qualquer estado ou jurisdição.

Sobre a Antalpha

A Antalpha é uma empresa líder em fintech especializada em fornecer soluções de financiamento, tecnologia e gerenciamento de riscos para instituições do setor de ativos digitais. Como principal parceira de empréstimos da Bitmain, a Antalpha oferece empréstimos de cadeia de suprimentos e margem de Bitcoin através da plataforma de tecnologia Antalpha Prime, que permite aos clientes originar e gerenciar seus empréstimos de ativos digitais, bem como monitorar posições de garantia com dados quase em tempo real.

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Declaração de Previsão

Este comunicado de imprensa contém declarações que podem ser consideradas “declarações de previsão” na acepção das provisões de “porto seguro” da Lei de Reforma de Litígios de Títulos Privados de 1995. Essas declarações de previsão podem ser identificadas pelas terminologias como “vai”, “espera”, “antecipa”, “visa”, “futura”, “pretende”, “planeja”, “acredita”, “estima”, “provavelmente” e declarações semelhantes. Declarações que não sejam de fatos históricos, incluindo declarações sobre as convicções, planos e expectativas da Antalpha, são declarações de previsão. As declarações de previsão envolvem riscos e incertezas inerentes. Mais informações sobre esses e outros riscos estão incluídas nos registros da Antalpha no SEC. Todas as informações aqui fornecidas são válidas a partir da data deste comunicado de imprensa, e a Antalpha não assume nenhuma obrigação de atualizar nenhuma declaração de previsão, exceto quando exigido pela lei aplicável.

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Falcon Technic Welcomes First Third-Party Maintenance Client: Bombardier Global 5000

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Falcon, part of Alex Group Investment, is excited to announce a major development for Falcon Technic, our MRO division (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul): we have welcomed our first third–party maintenance client, a Bombardier Global 5000 aircraft.

This marks a key step in expanding our services and growing as a trusted partner in aviation maintenance. By delivering high–quality, cost–effective support, we’ve reduced our fleet’s maintenance costs by 50% through smart planning and efficient operations. Now, we’re extending these benefits to third–party clients, offering the same level of care and value.

Mr. Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder & Chairman of Alex Group Investment, stated, “This is a proud moment for us as we expand Falcon’s capabilities. Our focus has always been on quality and customer satisfaction. Welcoming our first third–party maintenance client is a key step toward establishing Falcon Technic as a trusted partner for aviation maintenance in the region.”

At Falcon Technic, we know how critical it is to keep aircraft in peak condition with minimal downtime. That’s why we offer 24/7 MRO services, ready to exceed expectations. Soon, our offering will include minor modifications, giving clients more reasons to choose Falcon Technic.

Our 13,705 sq.m. MRO facility, located at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub in Dubai, is equipped with advanced technology to support a wide range of aircraft, including models as large as the Airbus A380. Clients can count on skilled professionals and state–of–the–art infrastructure for all their aviation maintenance needs.

We look forward to building lasting partnerships with our third–party clients, delivering consistent, high–quality service that keeps aircraft operating at their best.

For more information about Falcon Technic MRO services please visit Falcon Technic | Expert Aircraft Maintenance & MRO Services

About Falcon

Falcon is a premier aviation service provider, offering a one–stop–shop for all your aviation needs.

Discover more at flyfalcon.com, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Media Inquiries
Ines Nacerddine
Director of Marketing – Aviation
Alex Group Investment
Email: [email protected]

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Falcon Expands Fleet with Two New Legacy 650 Aircraft

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Falcon, part of Alex Group Investment, is proud to announce the addition of two Legacy 650 aircraft to its fleet.

These aircraft offer spacious cabins designed for maximum comfort and privacy, making them ideal for both business and leisure travel. With an impressive range, they can fly non–stop from London to New York, Paris to Dubai, or even Sydney to Singapore, enabling clients to travel long distances with ease.

The Legacy 650s also feature one of the largest baggage compartments in their class, providing ample space for up to 20 suitcases. This makes them the perfect choice for clients who need plenty of room for luggage while traveling with ease and comfort.

Mr. Sultan Rashit Abdulla Rashit Al Shene, Founder & Chairman of Alex Group Investment, commented, “The addition of these two aircraft to our fleet is an exciting milestone for Falcon. As we continue to grow, we're committed to providing the best in private aviation. Our goal is to offer more than just a flight; we want to deliver a personalised service that fits your needs. With a diverse range of aircraft, we ensure every journey is comfortable, efficient, and designed to provide you with an unforgettable experience.”

For more information about Falcon’s fleet please visit Falcon Luxe | Our fleet – Falcon

About Falcon
Falcon is a premier aviation service provider, offering a one–stop–shop for all your aviation needs. With Falcon Luxe, we provide a fleet of modern private jets available for global charter worldwide, ensuring comfort and privacy for every journey. Falcon Elite features an exclusive private jet terminal (FBO), delivering top–tier service and an unforgettable experience before you even board. Falcon Technic offers 24/7 Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services, not only for our fleet but also for third–party aircraft, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Additionally, Falcon Flight Support is dedicated to making your travel effortless, providing personalized support from start to finish. At Falcon, all your aviation needs are covered under one roof.

Discover more at flyfalcon.com, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Media Inquiries
Ines Nacerddine
Director of Marketing – Aviation
Alex Group Investment
Email: [email protected]

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Zoom and ServiceNow Announce Strategic Integration to Elevate Customer and Employee Experiences

LAS VEGAS, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) and ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW), the AI platform for business transformation, today announced plans to integrate Zoom CX with ServiceNow CRM and IT Service Management (ITSM). The integration, announced as part of Knowledge 2025, ServiceNow’s annual customer and partner event, will deliver a turnkey, AI–first solution for customer service and IT support in the contact center.

“This integration unites the power of Zoom’s AI–first omnichannel contact center platform with ServiceNow’s CRM and Industry workflows, bringing voice, video, and digital interactions directly into the flow of work for service teams, making the experience more seamless and robust,” said Kentis Gopalla, head of product for Zoom CX. “This partnership underscores our commitment to providing solutions that drive business success and simplify customer and employee interactions.”

“Customer experiences should be easy, personalized, and fast — not stalled by disconnected systems or unhelpful bots,” said Michael Ramsey, GVP, Product Management, CRM and Industry Workflows at ServiceNow. “With ServiceNow CRM and Zoom CX coming together in one unified experience, we’re eliminating the need to swivel between tools and giving CX teams the context, data, and AI they need to resolve issues faster and create deeper customer connections.”

Key Benefits of the Zoom + ServiceNow Integration

  • A Unified Workspace That Puts Agents in Control
    With Zoom CX embedded inside the ServiceNow Agent Workspace, agents manage every interaction, whether voice, video, or chat, without leaving the platform. Instead of toggling between systems, they can stay focused on the customer, supported by real–time access to CRM data, interaction history, entitlements, and open cases.

    Combined with ServiceNow’s Industry workflows, agents can take action in context, triggering the right processes, resolving issues faster, and delivering a more tailored experience, whether it’s helping a patient reschedule an appointment, a banking client check on a loan application, or a retailer process a return.

  • Personalized, AI–First Experiences That Scale
    Combining Zoom’s AI capabilities with ServiceNow’s automation and CRM intelligence enables organizations to scale support without sacrificing personalization. Zoom Virtual Agent can handle customer issues with context–aware responses. Agents benefit from AI Expert Assist to provide real–time sentiment analysis, smart note–taking, and automatic call dispositioning, keeping them focused on high–value interactions instead of repetitive tasks.

    Additionally, Zoom’s AI–first quality management can automatically score every interaction and generate coaching opportunities to drive continuous optimization.

  • Accelerate Resolution Through Seamless Collaboration
    Support doesn’t always end with the first agent. Sometimes it takes a team, from billing to field service to engineering. With Zoom’s collaboration tools accessible within ServiceNow, agents can bring in the right expert without switching tools or losing context, helping them resolve issues faster and with the right team.

Availability

Unified Engagement from Zoom CX and ServiceNow will be available later this year through the ServiceNow Store.

About Zoom

Zoom’s mission is to provide an AI–first work platform for human connection. Reimagine teamwork with Zoom Workplace — Zoom’s open collaboration platform with AI Companion empowers teams to be more productive. Together with Zoom Workplace, Zoom’s Business Services for sales, marketing, and customer experience teams, including Zoom Contact Center, strengthen customer relationships throughout the customer lifecycle. Founded in 2011, Zoom is publicly traded (NASDAQ:ZM) and headquartered in San Jose, California. Get more information at zoom.com.

About ServiceNow 
ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW) is putting AI to work for people. We move with the pace of innovation to help customers transform organizations across every industry while upholding a trustworthy, human centered approach to deploying our products and services at scale. Our AI platform for business transformation connects people, processes, data, and devices to increase productivity and maximize business outcomes. For more information, visit: www.servicenow.com.   

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Zoom Public Relations
Karen Modlin
[email protected]


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Your World empowers young people to become leaders and agents of change

  • This year’s national winners from Royal International School, Kurunegala in Sri Lanka focused on a new initiative at their school, enabling students to benefit from outdoor learning.
  • The first and second runner–up winners, selected from the national entries, were Brisbane International School and Musaeus College. On a global scale, 642 entries were submitted by 3,210 students from 34 countries.
  • Participants gain crucial skills in problem–solving, communication, and creativity, preparing them to tackle some of the world’s challenges.
  • Many past projects have led to sustainable initiatives that continue to make an impact on local communities, highlighting the programme’s growing influence.

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The British Council celebrates the 10th edition of Your World, a global video–making competition designed to equip young people with the skills to address the world’s most pressing challenges.

This initiative empowers students to develop critical thinking and creativity, applying cross–curricular knowledge to bring their learning to life and drive change in their communities.

Orlando Edwards, Country Director of the British Council in Sri Lanka, said:

“Congratulations to the winners from Royal International School, Kurunegala — their initiative to encourage learning outdoors, and the use of solar power, was truly inspiring, and I hope will have great impact going forward. Your World is a great example of the advantages of being a British Council Partner School: we create opportunities for students to participate in impactful global competitions.”

The winning team members from Royal International School, Kurunegala said:

“This victory reflects not just our effort—but our essence. Inspired by the green ethos of Royal International School, we transformed our surroundings into a sanctuary of sustainability, giving birth to the Wildwood School concept—where nature is not just the setting, but the teacher. To be crowned national champions on this prestigious global platform is both an honour and a responsibility—and a powerful reminder that creativity rooted in purpose can echo far beyond borders.”

Your World continues to raise the bar, demonstrating the power of education in preparing young people to become global leaders. The theme of this edition, “Skills for Sustainability – Equipping All Youth for the Future,” aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and underscores the importance of equipping students with the tools to address global sustainability challenges.

Over the past 10 years the competition has engaged 30,000 students, driving impactful social action projects.

Empowered to lead

This year’s global winners from Scoris International School in Uganda addressed women’s unemployment, showcasing how Your World empowers students to apply cross–curricular knowledge and turn ideas into action.

The 11th edition of the Your World competition will open in September 2025. Visit our website for more information.

About British Council Partner Schools

British Council Partner Schools is a global community of over 2,300 schools, supported by the British Council, delivering UK qualifications such as International GCSEs, O Levels, and A Levels. A trusted partner, we help improve education quality, supporting learners worldwide to achieve their potential through UK education and qualifications. We support Partner Schools in over 40 countries, transforming the lives of over 250,000 students each year.

About the British Council

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We do this through our work in arts and culture, education and the English language. We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2022–23 we reached 600 million people.

Contact

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Your World Empowers Young People to Become Leaders and Agents of Change

  • The winner of the 2025 Your World competition by British Council Partner Schools is Scoris International School from Uganda. Their project addressing unemployment among women in their country was selected from 642 entries submitted by 3,210 students across 34 countries.
  • Participants gain crucial skills in problem–solving, communication, and creativity, preparing them to tackle some of the world’s challenges.
  • Many past projects have led to sustainable initiatives that continue to make an impact on local communities, highlighting the programme’s growing influence.

AMMAN, Jordan, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The British Council celebrated the 10th edition of Your World, a global video–making competition designed to equip young people with the skills to address the world’s most pressing challenges.

This initiative empowers students to develop critical thinking and creativity, applying cross–curricular knowledge to bring their learning to life and drive change in their communities.

Your World continues to raise the bar, demonstrating the power of education in preparing young people to become global leaders. The theme of this edition, ‘Skills for Sustainability – Equipping All Youth for the Future,’ aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and underscores the importance of equipping students with the tools to address global sustainability challenges.

The competition has engaged over 30,000 students over the years, driving impactful social action projects that have reached millions across local communities.

The British Council’s Your World competition helps students develop essential academic, creative and life skills, giving students the confidence to propose solutions to real–world sustainability challenges. By empowering this new generation, the British Council supports the growth of confident, creative and collaborative future leaders.

Empowered to lead

This year’s global winners from Scoris International School in Uganda addressed women’s unemployment, showcasing how Your World empowers students to apply cross–curricular knowledge and turn ideas into action. Beyond the competition, many projects have sparked sustainability efforts and community–driven initiatives, demonstrating how young people are driving change. The winning team this year helped to train tens of young adults and single mothers to run their own soap making and baking businesses.

This year’s regional winners from Alliance Academy in Jordan​ raised funds to donate resources to a local refugee camp, including books, special needs assistance and taking environmental action.​

‘We didn’t just win, we rose. Every sleepless night, every challenge we pushed through led to this moment. This wasn’t just a competition; it was a journey of growth, impact and purpose. We chased our passion and in doing so, we lit a spark that transformed lives. That’s what true success looks like,’ said one of the students.

The 11th edition of the Your World competition will open in September 2025. Visit our website for more information.

About British Council Partner Schools

British Council Partner Schools is a global community of over 2,300 schools, supported by the British Council, delivering UK qualifications such as International GCSEs, O Levels, and A Levels. A trusted partner, we help improve education quality, supporting learners worldwide to achieve their potential through UK education and qualifications. We support Partner Schools in over 40 countries, transforming the lives of over 250,000 students each year.

About the British Council

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We do this through our work in arts and culture, education and the English language. We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2023–24 we reached 600 million people.

For media enquiries, please contact:

Stella Wekesa
Regional Senior Communications Manager Exams, Middle East and North Africa
Email: [email protected]


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Your World Empowers Young People to Become Leaders and Agents of Change

  • The winner of the 2025 ‘Your World’ competition by British Council Partner Schools is Scoris International School from Uganda. Their project addressing unemployment among women in their country was selected from 642 entries submitted by 3,210 students across 34 countries.
  • Participants gain crucial skills in problem–solving, communication, and creativity, preparing them to tackle some of the world’s challenges.
  • Many past projects have led to sustainable initiatives that continue to make an impact on local communities, highlighting the programme’s growing influence.

AKOSOMBO, Ghana, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The British Council celebrated the 10th edition of Your World, a global video–making competition designed to equip young people with the skills to address the world’s most pressing challenges.

This initiative empowers students to develop critical thinking and creativity, applying cross–curricular knowledge to bring their learning to life and drive change in their communities.

Your World continues to raise the bar, demonstrating the power of education in preparing young people to become global leaders. The theme of this edition, ‘Skills for Sustainability – Equipping All Youth for the Future,’ aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and underscores the importance of equipping students with the tools to address global sustainability challenges.

The competition has engaged over 30,000 students over the years, driving impactful social action projects that have reached millions across local communities.

Empowered to lead

This year’s global winners from Scoris International School in Uganda addressed women’s unemployment, showcasing how Your World empowers students to apply cross–curricular knowledge and turn ideas into action. Beyond the competition, many projects have sparked sustainability efforts and community–driven initiatives, demonstrating how young people are driving change.

​This year’s national winners from Akosombo International School, Ghana, introduced two student–led initiatives, one focused on recycling practices where students used water hyacinths (weeds that disturb aquatic life in the Volta Lake) and kenkey husks for manure in boosting agriculture for food sufficiency and a second on lobbying the district education authorities on the importance of integrating technology into the curriculum to equip the youth with the needed skills for the future.

“Participating in this year’s British Council Partner Schools Your World Competition has been an incredibly transformative experience for me and my teammates. It pushed us to think critically about real–world challenges and encouraged us to develop practical innovative solutions for a lasting impact on our community while honing our collaboration, critical thinking and problem–solving skills. This project not only boosted our confidence but also inspired us to keep striving for positive changes in our communities,” said Daniella Addo–Listowell, a team member.

The 11th edition of the Your World competition will open in September 2025. Visit our website for more information.

About British Council Partner Schools

British Council Partner Schools is a global community of over 2,300 schools, supported by the British Council, delivering UK qualifications such as International GCSEs, O Levels, and A Levels. A trusted partner, we help improve education quality, supporting learners worldwide to achieve their potential through UK education and qualifications. We support Partner Schools in over 40 countries, transforming the lives of over 250,000 students each year.

About the British Council

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We do this through our work in arts and culture, education and the English language. We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2023–24 we reached 600 million people.

For media enquiries, please contact:

Chengetai Mujakachi

Regional Head of Communications Sub–Saharan Africa

Email: [email protected]


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Your World Empowers Young People to Become Leaders and Agents of Change

  • The winner of the 2025 Your World competition by British Council Partner Schools is Scoris International School from Uganda. Their project addressing unemployment among women in their country was selected from 642 entries submitted by 3,210 students across 34 countries.
  • Participants gain crucial skills in problem–solving, communication and creativity, preparing them to tackle some of the world’s challenges.
  • Many past projects have led to sustainable initiatives that continue to make an impact on local communities, highlighting the programme’s growing influence.

ALEXANDRIA, Egypt, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The British Council celebrated the 10th edition of Your World, a global video–making competition designed to equip young people with the skills to address the world’s most pressing challenges.

This initiative empowers students to develop critical thinking and creativity, applying cross–curricular knowledge to bring their learning to life and drive change in their communities.

Your World continues to raise the bar, demonstrating the power of education in preparing young people to become global leaders. The theme of this edition, ‘Skills for Sustainability – Equipping All Youth for the Future,’ aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and underscores the importance of equipping students with the tools to address global sustainability challenges.

Empowered to lead

This year’s global winners from Scoris International School in Uganda addressed women’s unemployment, showcasing how Your World empowers students to apply cross–curricular knowledge and turn ideas into action. Beyond the competition, many projects have sparked sustainability efforts and community–driven initiatives, demonstrating how young people are driving change. The winning team this year helped to train tens of young adults and single mothers to run their own soap making and baking businesses.

This year’s national winners from Salahaldin International School, Alexandria​ in Egypt collected funds to donate resources to a government school and introduced peer–to–peer social–emotional learning support. Their project showcased the importance of sustainability and illustrated how students can positively impact their communities through initiatives like book donations, social–emotional support and peer–to–peer learning.

Here is what the winning students had to say: “Salahaldin International School, Alexandria, is proud to have been named the Country Winner in the British Council’s Your World Competition for our video on Goal 4: Quality Education with a neighbouring international school to support one of the government schools in the area. This recognition underscores our commitment to innovative educational practices and sustainable development. We extend our gratitude to the British Council for this opportunity and their support of educational initiatives worldwide. This award motivates us to continue promoting sustainability and encouraging other institutions to prioritise these values.”

The 11th edition of the Your World competition will open in September 2025. Visit our website for more information.

About British Council Partner Schools

British Council Partner Schools is a global community of over 2,300 schools, supported by the British Council, delivering UK qualifications such as International GCSEs, O Levels, and A Levels. A trusted partner, we help improve education quality, supporting learners worldwide to achieve their potential through UK education and qualifications. We support Partner Schools in over 40 countries, transforming the lives of over 250,000 students each year.

About the British Council

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We do this through our work in arts and culture, education and the English language. We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2023–24 we reached 600 million people.

For media enquiries, please contact:

Stella Wekesa

Regional Senior Communications Manager Exams, Middle East and North Africa  

Email: [email protected]


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Your World Empowers Young People to Become Leaders and Agents of Change

  • The winner of the 2025 ‘Your World’ competition by British Council Partner Schools is Scoris International School from Uganda. Their project addressing unemployment among women in their country was selected from 642 entries submitted by 3,210 students across 34 countries.
  • Participants gain crucial skills in problem–solving, communication, and creativity, preparing them to tackle some of the world’s challenges.
  • Many past projects have led to sustainable initiatives that continue to make an impact on local communities, highlighting the programme’s growing influence.

LAGOS, Nigeria, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The British Council celebrated the 10th edition of Your World, a global video–making competition designed to equip young people with the skills to address the world’s most pressing challenges.

This initiative empowers students to develop critical thinking and creativity, applying cross–curricular knowledge to bring their learning to life and drive change in their communities.

Your World continues to raise the bar, demonstrating the power of education in preparing young people to become global leaders. The theme of this edition, ‘Skills for Sustainability – Equipping All Youth for the Future,’ aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and underscores the importance of equipping students with the tools to address global sustainability challenges.

The competition has engaged over 30,000 students over the years, driving impactful social action projects that have reached millions across local communities.

The British Council’s Your World competition helps students develop essential academic, creative and life skills, while also giving students the confidence to propose solutions to real–world sustainability challenges. By empowering this new generation, the British Council supports the growth of confident, creative and collaborative future leaders.

Empowered to lead

This year’s global winners from Scoris International School in Uganda addressed women’s unemployment, showcasing how Your World empowers students to apply cross–curricular knowledge and turn ideas into action. Beyond the competition, many projects have sparked sustainability efforts and community–driven initiatives, demonstrating how young people are driving change. The winning team this year helped to train tens of young adults and single mothers to run their own soap making and baking businesses.

This year’s national winners from Redeemers International School​ in Nigeria introduced skills for sustainability: equipping all youths for the future.

“We found the theme for this year exciting because our vision for the school is aimed at equipping youths for the future. We are excited to be 2nd time winners; first time being 2023. We appreciate the British Council for the opportunity to challenge ourselves as a school and think creatively,” said Feyisara Osinupebi Principal, Redeemer International Secondary School, Maryland.

The 11th edition of the Your World competition will open in September 2025. Visit our website for more information.

About British Council Partner Schools

British Council Partner Schools is a global community of over 2,300 schools, supported by the British Council, delivering UK qualifications such as International GCSEs, O Levels, and A Levels. A trusted partner, we help improve education quality, supporting learners worldwide to achieve their potential through UK education and qualifications. We support Partner Schools in over 40 countries, transforming the lives of over 250,000 students each year.

About the British Council

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. We do this through our work in arts and culture, education and the English language. We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2023–24 we reached 600 million people.

Contact:

[email protected]


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Underfunding Threatens Sahrawi Refugees in Algeria

Sahrawi refugees walk near the Awserd Refugee Camp in the Tindouf Province of Algeria. Credit: UN Photo/Evan Schneider

By Oritro Karim
UNITED NATIONS, May 7 2025 – Since the Western Sahara War in 1975, Sahrawi refugees have resided in a collection of refugee shelters in the Tindouf province of Algeria. For over 50 years, these communities have struggled to develop self-sufficiency and have been solely dependent on humanitarian aid for survival, marking one of the most protracted refugee crises in the world.

According to figures from the United Nations Regional Information Center in Western Europe (UNRIC), roughly 173,600 individuals reside across five camps in Tindouf, Algeria. These populations consist of the original Sahrawi refugees who fled persecution from Moroccan forces, and their descendants. These communities are unable to return to the Western Sahara due to Morocco’s control over a vast majority of the disputed territory.

On May 6, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) issued a response plan that detailed the current humanitarian situation impacting the Sahrawi refugees in Algeria. Despite having been one of the longest standing refugee crises, the United Nations (UN) had never issued a consolidated plan until 2024.

Due to factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the global reduction of foreign aid, and the war in Ukraine, the humanitarian situation in the Tindouf refugee shelters has deteriorated significantly in the past few years. Sahrawi refugees currently struggle to survive with a host of underfunded, basic services such as food access, education, and healthcare.

According to UNHCR, food insecurity has been a long-standing pinnacle of this humanitarian crisis since its inception. Despite the Algerian government’s attempts to consolidate the 30 percent reduction in food rations due to cuts in humanitarian aid, it is estimated that approximately 90 percent of households are unable to access adequate amounts of food. Roughly 30 percent of the Sahrawi refugee population is food insecure and an additional 58 percent is at risk of becoming food insecure.

The World Food Programme (WFP) states that the Tindouf camps are unable to develop self-sufficiency in food production due to the harsh and isolated deserts of westernmost Algeria, as well as intense heatwaves and water scarcity, which are results of the worsening climate crisis. Anemia is estimated to affect over 50 percent of young children and women of reproductive age.

Additionally, global acute malnutrition affects roughly 11 percent of all children aged 6 to 59 months. Poor diets and a lack of nutritional assistance has led to a host of health problems for these communities, including mineral and vitamin deficiencies, as well as increased rates of obesity in women.

Figures from the United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNDSG) show that one in three children in the Tindouf camps experience stunted growth and only one in three children receive the nutritional assistance that they need to have healthy development. Additionally, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the scale of needs in the food security sector has compounded significantly, nearly doubling from the 19.8 million dollars required in pre-pandemic times.

Despite the growing scale of needs for food assistance, UNHCR reports that 100 percent of school-aged children are enrolled in feeding programs. The education sector is currently a major priority for humanitarian organizations. According to a press release from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), only half of the students recorded at the end of the 2022 school year met the locally-established minimum threshold for learning, indicating that a significant amount of students in the Tindouf camps were not able to effectively retain information.

This can likely be attributed to the host of other issues plaguing Sahrawi communities. According to the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Migrants, due to limited educational and economic opportunities in the Tindouf camps, the new generation of refugees faces increased levels of disillusionment and anxiety, which could lead to increased insecurity and regional tensions in the future.

UNHCR reports that due to severe flooding in September 2024 in Dakhla, Western Sahara, a significant amount of essential healthcare and education infrastructures in Algerian refugee camps have been damaged. Sahrawi refugees are able to access 31 dispensaries and 6 hospitals. Although 100 percent of Sahrawi refugees have free access to primary healthcare services, the healthcare system in the Tindouf camps remains fragile and is critically dependent on humanitarian aid to remain functional.

Perhaps the biggest issues plaguing the Sahrawi healthcare system at the moment are a lack of monetary motivation for healthcare personnel, a significant shortage of medicines and materials, and a host of logistical issues. UNHCR is currently on the frontlines of this crisis distributing essential supplies and assisting doctors and nurses in the most affected areas.

Additionally, Sahrawi refugees have found it difficult to campaign for increased governmental support from the Western Sahara due to repressive tactics from Moroccan forces. According to a press release from Amnesty International, in January 2024, the police violently intercepted a peaceful protest by female Sahrawi activists in Laayoune, subjecting protestors to assaults and beatings.

In February, the police shut down a press conference that was conducted by Sahrawi Human Rights Defenders Collective (CODESA) in Laayoune. In April, Moroccan authorities bulldozed the homes of 12 Sahrawi families in Al-Jitir without providing any prior notice or means of relocation.

Despite the Sahrawi refugee population having shown immense resilience amid five decades of protracted crisis, programs that provide lifesaving aid for these communities have been severely underfunded. UNHCR’s Sahrawi Refugees Response Plan 2024-2025 estimates that roughly USD 214 million will be required to address needs in 2025. The UN is strongly urging donor contributions to meet this quota.

IPS UN Bureau Report

 


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