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<|user|>
What is the explanation for why African countries are so far behind in so many ways to western countries?
<|assistant|>
A number of factors contribute to Africa’s economic and social development gap relative to Western countries, including inadequate infrastructure, lack of access to education and health care services, high rates of poverty and corruption, and weak public institutions. These challenges are further exacerbated by low levels of industrialization and trade, poor resource management, and the brain drain of talented individuals seeking opportunities abroad.