A Review of the Impact of Green Supply Chain Management Practices in Sub-Saharan African Organizations

Abstract

With the increasing uncertainty and concern regarding the real impact that the mismanagement of the environment could have in the future, in recent years, numerous organizations have been looking for new ways to be more socially and environmentally responsible. As they understand the importance of protecting the environment, these organizations have begun to adopt more environmentally friendly strategies, such as green supply chain management (GSCM), to grow and remain to compete in the market. This systematic literature review investigates the impact of green supply chain management in sub-Saharan Africa. The literature review includes 40 published articles directed to subSaharan Africa from global and regional journals in the areas of supply chain management, operations management, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility. We found that green supply chain management positively affects the economic performance of Sub-Saharan African companies, including increased efficiency, cost savings, and stakeholder satisfaction. Additionally, green supply chain management also positively impacts environmental performance, including reduced emissions, waste, and increased resource efficiency. The findings of this review provide valuable insights for businesses, policymakers, and civil society organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa on the potential benefits of green supply chain management in the region. Finally, the study also illustrates the gap in research in the region.