Brain Drain in Africa

The migration of African scientists to developed countries represents a personal decision shaped in large measure by an individual’s assessment of where the best career opportunities lie. Governments can help influence this decision by developing and implementing policies for African scientists that improve their living and working conditions at home and that offer realistic prospects for secure and rewarding professional careers in Africa.

Presented to the G8-Summit in Hokkaido, Japan, 7- 9 July 2008.