The researchers listed below have contributed to the production of the GDI in various capacities. Some contributors have chosen to remain anonymous and are not listed.
Sub Saharan Africa
Felix Idongesit Oyosoro, Aaron Weah, Albertus Schoeman, Estelle Djanato, James Shilue, Luka Biong Deng Kuol, Emmanuel Odilon Koukoubou, Jean-Benoit Falisse, Latyr Tine, Oswald Padonou, Raphael T. Ouattara, Soumaila Lah, Sylvanus Wekesa, Tanguy Quidelleur, Velohamanina Tahinjanahary Razakamaharavo, Juste Codjo, Edouard Epiphane Yogo, Lamin Keita