Roads built/refurbished (km)

Roads constructed or refurbished (km)

Definition

The total length, in kilometers (km), of all roads that have been fully constructed, rehabilitated or upgraded by the project. Includes roads such as feeder, paved, primary, secondary or tertiary roads. Routine activities such as periodic road maintenance or adjustments/repairs after the civil works are complete are not included in this indicator.

This indicator reflects the aggregate results of all projects completed in the public sector, or those that have reached Early Operation maturity in the private sector. The OFRF presents both the most recent year’s results (for the 12 months leading up to June 30^th of the stated year) and three-year rolling cumulative values (for the 3 years leading up to June 30^th of the stated year), to address annual data variability and provide a longer-term perspective on development results achieved.

Why it matters for the OPEC Fund

The construction or rehabilitation of roads strengthens connectivity, reduces transport costs, improves access to markets and services, and enhances safety for communities and businesses. The OPEC Fund advances these outcomes through operations in priority areas as outlined in the Review and Update of OPEC Fund Strategic Framework 2030—specifically Infrastructure Development and Private Sector and Trade—supporting inclusive growth and improved mobility in partner countries. This indicator aligns with SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequality).