ANGOLA’S ECONOMIC GROWTH AND THE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

Abstract

This article analyses the contribution of Angola’s economic growth to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), considering the economic, social, and institutional dimensions of development. The study aimed to examine how the country’s economic evolution has contributed to the fulfilment of the targets established by the 2030 Agenda. Methodologically, a mixed-methods approach was adopted, combining qualitative and quantitative methods through bibliographic and documentary research based on the analysis of institutional reports, scientific publications, and economic and social indicators. The sample consisted of 10 temporal observations corresponding to the period from 2014 to 2023, with the year as the unit of analysis. The results showed that Angola experienced moderate economic growth, with an average rate of 2.8%, but remains highly dependent on the oil sector (70.5%), a factor that limits economic diversification and social inclusion. Regarding the SDGs, better performances were observed in decent work and economic growth (61%), quality education (58%), and health and well-being (55%), while poverty reduction (42%) and inequality reduction (39%) remain significant challenges. It is concluded that economic growth must be accompanied by policies aimed at productive diversification, investment in human capital, improvement of basic services, and institutional strengthening in order to ensure sustainable and inclusive development in Angola.