Ethiopia on Right Track to Achieve SDGs by 2030

Addis Ababa, June 13, 2025 (ENA)— Ethiopia has made commendable strides to achieve targets of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, by overcoming the challenges that man-made and natural disasters have posed, Economic Advisor and author of the 3rd National Voluntary Review (VNR) on the SDGs, Dawit Ayele said. 

The 3rd National Voluntary Review (VNR) on the SDGs was conducted recently in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh and other senior government officials.

During the occasion, Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh reaffirmed the government’s commitment to integrating the SDGs into national development strategies.

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by the United Nations, outlines 17  goals aimed at ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity for all.

In an exclusive interview with ENA, Dawit emphasized that Ethiopia has been implementing SDGs since 2016.
Despite facing significant challenges, he noted that Ethiopia has registered tangible progress in economic, social, and environmental sectors through the implementation of various development projects.

The Economic Advisor also noted that the preparation of the VNR report has been instrumental in incorporating both achievements and challenges that require further attention.

He emphasized that the report serves as a crucial roadmap for accelerating progress over the remaining five years leading to the 2030 deadline.

Ethiopia has made significant gains in several areas, particularly in climate change mitigation and sustainable development efforts, citing notable progress in expanding access to essential social services such as health, education, clean water, and electricity across communities, he elaborated.
The country has successfully established key policy frameworks aligned with the SDGs, he said, commending the progress made over 60 percent of the targets amid challenges.

“These results are a strong indication that Ethiopia is on good track to realize the SDGs within the remaining time frame,” Dawit said.

However, he added greater focus and investment are required, particularly in areas like children’s health, equitable access to services, and empowering women and youth.”

To ensure sustained progress, the advisor stressed the importance of mobilizing additional resources and strengthening collaboration among stakeholders, communities, and the private sector.

Ethiopia has the potential to achieve all 17 goals and becomes among those who have become effective in this regard, he concluded.