African Countries Prioritize Sustainable Development Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Among the 18 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) shared by the United Nations, African countries have shown a clear preference for SDG 9, which focuses on industry, innovation, and infrastructure.
It's no surprise that we see an increase in external investments as soon as Africans choose to improve their infrastructure and boost their technological support. They have also managed to establish new sectors that have diversified and boosted their economies.
According to the Financing Africa report by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, which documents Africa's efforts to revitalize its economy, we find a ranking of the leaders in development in Africa:
Top Performers in SDG 9:
South Africa: 70.8 ODD score
South Africa has excelled thanks to its advanced energy networks, efficient transportation, and two of the largest ports in Africa. Its developed technological ecosystem and regional connectivity set it apart in the region.
Egypt: 57.9 ODD score
Egypt has invested heavily in transportation and digitalization.
Tunisia: 55.9 ODD score
Tunisia is strengthening its industrial growth potential and technological innovation. Its potential remains significant, thanks to the ingenuity of its private sector.
Morocco: 55.1 ODD score
Its renewable energy projects and industrial parks have consolidated its regional position.
Algeria: 53.9 ODD score
Algeria is modernizing its energy and industrial infrastructure for sustained development.
Note: ODD scores are based on the Financing Africa report by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
