Unleashing Sustainable Development Potential in Africa

Awotundun Oluwagbenga Joshua; Alonge Samuel precious; Oloruntobi Oluwasola Mathew; Idris Usman; Margaret Oluwaseun Oduwole

doi:https://doi.org/10.56201/ijssmr.v9.no8.2023.pg182.202

Unleashing Sustainable Development Potential in Africa

Awotundun Oluwagbenga Joshua, Alonge Samuel precious, Oloruntobi Oluwasola Mathew, Idris Usman, Margaret Oluwaseun Oduwole

Abstract

Sustainable development is a global imperative, addressing economic growth, environmental preservation, and social equity. This study explores sustainable development in Africa, guided by the Brundtland Commission's definition. It examines Africa's unique context, highlighting resource management's pivotal role in addressing poverty, inequality, and environmental issues. The study emphasizes climate resilience and adaptation, links demographic dynamics to sustainable development, and underscores the need for inclusive growth. It acknowledges Africa's integration into global efforts, recognizes innovation's transformative potential, and emphasizes infrastructure and sustainable urbanization as vital components. Overall, this research covers diverse facets of sustainable development in Africa, providing insights and recommendations for its advancement.

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Sustainable developmentResourceAdaptation measuresmanagementClimate resilienceAfrica

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Unleashing Sustainable Development Potential in Africa

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