SDG Monitor
Tracking progress on the Sustainable Development Goals in Africa's 16 landlocked countries.
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SDG Progress by Country
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Includes all 16 African landlocked countries
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Sustainable Development Goal 9
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
For African landlocked countries, infrastructure is more than roads and railways; it is the lifeline that connects people, goods, and markets.
The Challenge
Inadequate infrastructure, weak industrial capacity, and limited technological adoption remain central constraints. Poor transport networks and inefficient border systems increase the cost of doing business.
Case Study: Ethiopia
Ethiopia offers a compelling example of how African landlocked countries can pursue industrialisation despite lacking direct sea access. Through strong state-led planning and sustained infrastructure investment, the country has emerged as one of Africa's most notable industrialising economies.
16 Countries
All African landlocked nations
ALCRC Focus
Core to our research and advocacy
2030 Target
UN Sustainable Development Goal