Propelling African growth

Development in Africa

Context

Africa stands at a defining moment, with great prospects for growth, ready to overcome the challenges of climate and energy crises, debt, conflict and limited aid flows. These future prospects are built on youth-driven innovation, ambitious national growth plans, stable financing and bold leadership. The 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want remain guiding lights on this path and supporting that vision is an urgent priority for the United Nations.

Our goals

Our engagement in sustainable development plans for Africa is focused on providing support for economic transformation, peace and stability, closing the digital divide, enabling food security, access to equitable finance, education, digital skills, job creation, the transition to renewable energy and climate resilience. Working in partnership with the African Union, regional economic communities, the resident coordinator system and Member States, we are breaking down silos between social, economic, peacebuilding and environmental development to achieve the Goals.