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Area of Science:

  • Global Health
  • Health Systems Research
  • Research Capacity Development

Background:

  • Strengthening local research capacity in Africa is a key global health and development priority.
  • The migration of healthcare professionals from Africa to higher-income countries (a "brain drain") poses a major obstacle to capacity building.
  • Previous initiatives, such as the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) training program established in 1984, have had limited success in retaining research talent within Africa.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the preconditions for renewing Sida support for research and research training in Africa.
  • To develop recommendations for building a critical mass of sustainable health research capacity in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • To provide guidance for donors and governments on addressing general health research issues in the region.

Main Methods:

  • The study involved an assessment of the factors influencing research capacity in African health sectors.
  • It drew upon prior experience with a Sida-supported training program initiated in 1984.
  • The research focused on identifying preconditions for effective and sustainable research activities.

Main Results:

  • The Sida training program, designed to facilitate research within Africa, yielded only partial success.
  • A critical mass of research capacity is essential for sustainable health research in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Recommendations are proposed for enhancing research capacity, addressing the "brain drain" phenomenon.

Conclusions:

  • Sustainable health research capacity in Africa requires tailored strategies that go beyond previous models.
  • Addressing the "brain drain" necessitates a multi-faceted approach involving both donors and African governments.
  • The findings offer broad applicability for improving health research across sub-Saharan Africa.