Abstract
There have been debates in Africa regarding the lack of effective strategies on the continent that would enable it to achieve sustainable development goals by 2030. The advancement of Africa toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the objectives, aspirations, and targets outlined in the African Union's Agenda 2063 have exhibited disparities characterized by notable variations across countries nations. This paper examines challenges in achieving sustainable developmental goals SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (No Hunger), and SDG 5 (Gender Equality) in three African countries, namely Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa. To reflect on their progress and challenges, this paper employed a qualitative research approach through secondary data and a literature review. The findings revealed that these countries need more time to implement sustainable development goals No 1 (No Poverty), No 2 (No Hunger), and No 5 (Gender Equality). Before this can be achieved, many social and economic issues need to be addressed, such as poverty, political instability and breakdown of government, gender inequality and youth unemployment. Addressing these issues will allow the governments of these countries to narrow down the focus and ensure policies are in place to ensure poverty reduction of poverty and equality and gender-based inclusive politics.