Policy (In)Consistency and Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: A Systematic Literature Review

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https://doi.org/10.26458/2345

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The attainment of Sustainable Development Goals hinges on the alignment of SDGs policies. This systematic literature review delves into the intricate relationship between policy inconsistency and sustainable development goals in Africa. Through this study, we unveil the challenges, implications, and the potential pathways that emerge at the intersection of policies and the quest for sustainable development in Africa. Our investigation takes a close look at the diverse dimensions of policy coherence, encompassing economic, social, and environmental considerations, and how these dimensions impact the progress of SDGs. Employing a systematic review approach, we meticulously filtered through 1745 results from databases, selecting 353 articles for a comprehensive analysis. Our findings underscore the significant role that policy inconsistency plays in impeding the attainment of SDGs in Africa. We propose an approach anchored on the alignment of SDGs policies and each goal of SDGS for the attainment of the 2030 SDGs agenda in Africa.

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Olawale Olufemi Akinrinde, PhD, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa.

Professor Arnesh Telukdarie, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

Professor, Johannesburg Business School, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa.

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2024-02-01

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Akinrinde, O. O., & Telukdarie, A. (2024). Policy (In)Consistency and Sustainable Development Goals in Africa: A Systematic Literature Review. Annals of Spiru Haret University. Economic Series, 23(4). https://doi.org/10.26458/2345

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Vol. 23 No. 4 (2023)

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ACADEMIA PAPERS

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