The Economic Illusion of Sports: How Talent Drain Undermines African Prosperity…
- Nixau Kealeboga Gift Mogapi
- Mar 30
- 4 min read
In an age where the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the realm of sports has emerged as a powerful economic force. However, beneath the glitz and glamour of stadiums filled with cheering fans lies a troubling reality: sports often perpetuates an inequitable global economic system that keeps the impoverished poorer while enriching the wealthy. Particularly in Africa, this phenomenon is starkly evident, as the continent's talent is siphoned off to enrich foreign economies, leaving behind a landscape of untapped potential and disenfranchised communities.
