TED: How we can stop Africa's scientific brain drain | Kevin Njabo

The speaker shares their journey from Cameroon to the US, highlighting challenges like malaria and limited educational opportunities. They discuss the brain drain in Africa and the reliance on Western experts. The Congo Basin Institute aims to empower Africans to solve their own problems through sustainable initiatives, such as local talent development and innovative ebony production. The vision is to reverse the brain drain and create opportunities for Africans to thrive on their continent.

What role do local communities play in the initiatives discussed by the speaker?

How does the speaker view the relationship between African scholars and Western scientists?

What future aspirations does the speaker have for African education and development?