SDG 9 in Angola: Examples & Implementation

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Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation. 



The Sustainable Development Goal 9 seeks to build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation.



1. Transport Infrastructure Development


What’s happening in Angola:

  • Rehabilitation of roads and highways connecting major cities like Luanda, Benguela, Huambo, and Lubango.

  • Modernization of railways, especially the Lobito Corridor, which connects the Port of Lobito to inland regions and neighboring countries (DRC and Zambia).

Real-life impact:

  • Farmers and traders can transport goods faster and cheaper.

  • Increased regional trade and job creation.

  • Easier movement of people, goods, and services.



2. Port and Logistics Infrastructure

What’s happening:

  • Upgrading of the Port of Lobito and Port of Luanda.

  • Improved cargo handling and storage facilities.

Real-life impact:

  • Faster import and export of goods.

  • Reduced costs for businesses.

  • Angola becomes a regional trade hub.


3. Industrialization and Economic Diversification

What’s happening:

  • Development of industrial parks and special economic zones (like the Luanda-Bengo Special Economic Zone).

  • Support for manufacturing sectors beyond oil (food processing, construction materials).

Real-life impact:

  • More local products made in Angola.

  • Reduced dependence on oil.

  • Job opportunities for young people.


4. Energy Infrastructure

What’s happening:

  • Expansion of hydropower plants (e.g., Laúca and Cambambe).

  • Investment in solar energy projects in rural areas.

Real-life impact:

  • More households get access to electricity.

  • Businesses operate more efficiently.

  • Cleaner and more sustainable energy supply.


5. Digital and Telecommunications Infrastructure

What’s happening:

  • Expansion of mobile phone networks and internet coverage.

  • Introduction of Angola’s first satellite (ANGOSAT) to improve connectivity.

Real-life impact:

  • Better access to online education and information.

  • Growth of digital businesses and mobile banking.

  • Improved communication in remote areas.


6. Innovation and Skills Development

What’s happening:

  • Growth of technology hubs, innovation centers, and vocational training programs.

  • Government and private sector support for youth entrepreneurship.

Real-life impact:

  • Young people gain technical and digital skills.

  • New startups and small businesses emerge.

  • Increased innovation capacity in the country.


Simple Everyday Example in Angola

When an Angolan:

  • Uses mobile money or internet services

  • Travels on improved roads or railways

  • Buys locally processed food products

  • Gets electricity from hydropower or solar energy

➡️ That is SDG 9 being implemented in daily life in Angola.


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