The Commonwealth
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The Commonwealth is an association of 56 countries working together for development, democracy and peace. Secretary-General: @SGCommonwealth
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Our Climate Finance Access Hub marks 10 years of impact: 🌐 21 countries supported 💼 40+ advisers deployed 📗 3,400+ officials trained 🌿 $485M climate finance accessed Best practices are shared, scaled, replicated & publicised to enhance #Commonwealth climate action #CCFAH
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"They are the guardians for the natural heritage we are leaving here." 🌿 Communities in Mauritius are restoring mangrove forests to protect coastlines, support marine life & sustain livelihoods. Watch how a local NGO and community are reviving this vital ecosystem together.
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More than 35 South African judges were trained to strengthen how courts handle cybercrime cases. Watch how the Commonwealth-led workshops boosted their skills so they can now go on to train their peers across the justice system. 🤝 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office @UKinSouthAfrica LondonCyber
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💻 Girls have fewer opportunities to gain digital skills that can lead to jobs. 🎓 Today, 150 #SouthAfrican girls graduated from our 10-week cybersecurity masterclass, gaining the skills and mentorship to learn, earn and lead in the digital world. 📹 Hear their experience firsthand. 🤝 Supported by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and delivered by MIDO Foundation and The Commonwealth LondonCyber UK in South Africa🇬🇧🇿🇦
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🌍 Almost 300M people in the Commonwealth still lack access to electricity. At the 4th #Commonwealth Sustainable Energy Transition Forum, delegates called for stronger South-South cooperation to drive just & inclusive energy transitions. 🎥⬇️ Learn more:
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"In mere hours, homes were shaken, lives disrupted and communities tested… yet we witnessed the strength of our people." - PM of Grenada, Hon Dickon Mitchell Across parts of the Caribbean, the impacts of Hurricanes Beryl and Melissa are still being felt. Watch to learn more ⬇️
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On #CommonwealthDay, 56 nations united under the theme 'Together We Thrive'. 🌍 From the #Commonwealth Day Service with HM King Charles III, Head of the Commonwealth to the inaugural Commonwealth Peace Prize — a day of unity, peace & powerful reflection. Watch the highlights 👇
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On #IWD2025, we celebrate women’s leadership in shaping communities & preserving heritage. At a vibrant ceremony, Patricia Scotland KC was honoured as Senior Headwoman by the Lundwe people of Zambia - reflecting the deep bond between people, land & livestock. 🔗
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“Commonwealth countries need to come together & show their agency. You make the system resilient by reaffirming the rules.” - Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General, WTO. The #Commonwealth Business Summit brings business leaders, policymakers & trade experts to discuss trade, innovation & supply chain resilience alongside #CTMM. 📍 Windhoek, #Namibia, 18–20 June 🔗 Register: Ministry of International Relations & Trade | #CBS2025 | #CommonwealthTrade
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🎯 This week, 15 #Commonwealth cyber fellows from 🇧🇸🇧🇧🇬🇩🇬🇾🇯🇲🇹🇹, CARICOM IMPACS & Regional Security System crafted a roadmap to boost 24/7 cooperation to combat cybercrime. 📹 Watch two fellows, who lead national cyber responses, explain how this initiative will make the internet safer for all. 🤝🏽 Supported by LondonCyber Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office UKinCaribbean 🇬🇧 Read more about combating cybercrime in Caribbean 🔗
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Happy #CommonwealthDay to all 2.5 billion citizens of the #Commonwealth! Today marks the beginning of a week-long series of activities happening around the globe – including faith and civic gatherings, school assemblies, flag-raising ceremonies and cultural events. Learn more👇🏾
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Bangladesh is home to one of the largest youth populations in the Commonwealth. Energetic, ambitious, and ready to shape the future. The observations made by the Commonwealth team aren’t just a report. They come with recommendations that help improve electoral processes, inspire confidence, and empower citizens to participate fully in their democracy. #CommonwealthElections🗳️
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