THE INFLUENCE OF LOCAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP ON SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY OF SÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPE IN ACHIEVING THE SDGS

Authors

  • PEDRO CABRITA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26619/1647-7251.16.2.20

Keywords:

Local Entrepreneurship, Economic Growth, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Small Island Developing States (SIDS), International Studies

Abstract

This study analyses the role of local entrepreneurship in social development in São Tomé and Príncipe, focusing on how entrepreneurs can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The research was based on field research, conducted through a structured questionnaire applied to 100 entrepreneurs, selected representatively based on the latest national census. The instrument included closed questions on the main social indicators of the SDGs, allowing comparisons between the entrepreneurial population and the general population. The questions were adapted to the local context, considering educational and linguistic limitations, and validated with São Tomé nationals. The results show that entrepreneurs drive progress in the SDGs, exceeding the population average in 15 of the 24 indicators analysed. The study highlights how entrepreneurial ecosystems can be better leveraged to promote sustainable development and social inclusion.

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Author Biography

PEDRO CABRITA

With a degree in Management (Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa), a master’s in development studies (ISCTE-IUL, Portugal) and currently in the PhD programme in International Studies (ISCTE-IUL), he has been deepening his knowledge, learning, practices and useful tools in solving some of the world's main sustainable development challenges. It seeks to distinguish itself through the joint relationship between theory and practice, developing both scientific work and local, regional, national and international development by participating in projects, trainings, activities and work teams. He is currently collaborating with a social solidarity cooperative (Aproximar) in the management of development projects in the economic, employability and entrepreneurship sector.

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Published

2025-11-12

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 2: November 2025-April 2026

Section

ARTICLES