Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development, Dr Rusdiaman Rauf, Dr Mardia, Cahyaning Raheni, Umar Hannase, Dr Muhammad Tafsir
Dr Rusdiaman Rauf
Associate Professor, Department of Management
Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Tri Dharma Nusantara
Indonesia
ORCID: 0000-0003-0373-829x
Dr Mardia
Assistant Professor, Department of Management
Universitas Indonesia Timur
Makassar
Indonesia
ORCID: 0000-0002-6867-3960
Cahyaning Raheni
Assistant Professor, Department of Economic and Business
University Muhammadiyah Palu
Palu
Indonesia
ORCID: 0000-0001-5159-7570
Umar Hannase
Assistant Professor, Department of Economic and Business
University Muhammadiyah Palu
Palu
Indonesia
ORCID: 0009-0003-2550-6577
Dr Muhammad Tafsir
Associate Professor, Department of Management
Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Manajemen Bongaya
Makassar
Indonesia
ORCID: 0000-0003-0770-3465
Paper Type: Research
Received: 8 January 2025 / Revised: 26 January 2025 / Accepted: 3 February 2025 / Published: 28 July 2025
DOI: 10.47556/J.WJEMSD.21.2.2025.4
Purpose: This paper aims to examine the inter-relationship between the digital economy, entrepreneurial activities, and sustainable development by highlighting the strategic role of digital innovation in fostering sustainable economic growth.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The study adopts a qualitative methodology through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), analysing and synthesising academic literature related to digital entrepreneurship and sustainability.
Findings: The findings reveal that, when integrated with digital economy strategies, entrepreneurship serves as a vital driver for sustainable development. Digital platforms not only enable innovation and economic inclusion but also address global challenges by opening access to broader markets and enhancing resource efficiency.
Originality/value: This paper contributes original insights by bridging the gap between digital entrepreneurship and sustainability discourse. It highlights how entrepreneurial innovation in the digital realm can be leveraged as a catalyst for long-term prosperity and sustainable societal transformation.
Research Limitations/Implications: This study is limited to secondary data and theoretical exploration. Future empirical research is encouraged to validate the findings across different regional and sectoral contexts.
Practical Implications: The paper provides implications for policy-makers and practitioners, urging the development of inclusive digital policies and institutional frameworks that empower entrepreneurs to drive sustainable development and national economic resilience.
Keywords: Digital Economy; Digital Entrepreneurship; Sustainable Growth; Business Models, Social Inclusion; Digital Literacy.
Citation: Rauf, R., Marida, Raheni, C., Hannase, U. and Tafsir, M. (2025): Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development. World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development, Vol. 21, No. 2, pp. 149-164.
