Angola
Accelerating the Sustainable Development Goals in Angola
This project aims to accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Angola through a systemic and data-driven approach using the iSDG model. By focusing on critical sectors such as health, education, agriculture, social protection, electricity, and water, the project identifies key areas where targeted investments can have the most significant impact on advancing the country’s sustainable development agenda. The initiative is aligned with Angola’s 2023-2027 National Development Plan (NDP) and the long-term vision outlined in Angola 2050, which highlights the need for integrated development strategies to address economic, social, and environmental challenges.
Through simulation-based assessments, the project provides evidence-based recommendations to prioritize investments and policy interventions that will drive progress toward the 2030 SDG targets. This project is a collaborative effort involving key national and international partners. Led by Angola’s Ministry of Planning, the project also includes the Ministry of Finance and the National Institute of Statistics (INE), with technical support from the Millennium Institute and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Additional support was provided by UNICEF, WHO, UNFPA, and UNHCR.
This partnership enabled a comprehensive analysis of the financial, social, and environmental dimensions of the SDGs, ensuring that the recommendations are grounded in local context while leveraging global expertise. The project also emphasizes the importance of adopting an Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF) to mobilize both public and private resources, enhancing Angola’s capacity to achieve the SDGs by 2030.
Key Policies and Reccomendations
SDG Accelerators Identified: Key sectors, including health, education, social protection, agriculture, electricity, and water and sanitation, are identified as critical accelerators for achieving the SDGs by 2030. Prioritizing investment in these areas will yield direct benefits and create synergistic effects that accelerate progress across multiple goals.
Investment Scenarios: The report simulates two investment scenarios—2% and 5% of GDP annually from 2024 to 2030—indicating that increased investment in these critical areas can significantly enhance Angola's progress toward the SDGs. A 5% GDP investment scenario shows higher overall impacts, especially for SDGs related to hunger and water access.
Integrated Financing Strategy: A clear recommendation is the adoption of an Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF) to mobilize public and private, internal and external resources. This strategy will help bridge the funding gaps needed to achieve the SDGs and align financial streams with national priorities.
Data Quality and Coordination: The report highlights the need to improve the quality, disaggregation, and frequency of data collection to better monitor SDG progress. Stronger coordination among ministries and stakeholders is crucial to address data gaps and ensure continuous SDG monitoring.
Long-term Impact of Investments: While some sectors, such as education and health, may not show immediate returns by 2030, their long-term impact is crucial. Investments in these areas should be prioritized not only for their immediate effects but also for their potential to drive sustainable development beyond 2030, as aligned with Angola’s 2050 strategy.