Advancing SDG 9: African RENs’ Role in Building Resilient Infrastructure and Fostering Innovation

Amidst today’s rapid evolution, the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) carry unparalleled significance. SDG 9 takes the spotlight, advocating for resilient infrastructure, inclusive industrialization, and innovation. This goal forms the bedrock of societal advancement, propelling growth across sectors and regions.

In Africa, the collaborative endeavours of National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) are instrumental in propelling SDG 9 forward, chiefly through establishing Regional Research and Education Networks (RRENs). These networks are beacons of progress, steering the continent towards a more resilient, inclusive, and innovative future.

Read this piece on how African NRENs are helping to meet Global Goal 9.