Leapfrogging Clinical Research: Building Africa’s Role in Global Health Innovation

Mar 20, 2026 | Article

For decades, Africa has often been portrayed as a continent trying to “catch up” with the rest of the world in science, healthcare, and innovation. But a growing movement among African scientists, institutions, and global partners suggests a different narrative...

Africa at the Frontier of Genomic Research: A Landmark Genome-Wide Association Study Reinforces the Imperative for African-Led Clinical Trials

May 23, 2025 | Article

Breast cancer is rising across Africa, yet most genomic insights that guide diagnostics and treatment still originate from non-African populations. The recent Hayat et al. (2025) genome-wide association study (GWAS)—the first conducted exclusively in a resident Black...

Safeguarding Clinical Trials in Africa: The Critical Role of Biosafety and Biosecurity

Apr 22, 2025 | Article, News

Clinical trials are crucial for public health in Africa, where diverse health challenges require thorough evaluations of medicines, vaccines, and medical devices. Beyond assessing safety and effectiveness, these trials enhance health systems and local capabilities....

The Importance of Biosafety and Biosecurity Legislature

Apr 9, 2025 | Article, News

This week, Tatenda Magetsi, ACRN’s Policy and Advocacy Manager is participating in the Biosafety and Biosecurity Legislative Review Workshop in Mutare, Zimbabwe. Hosted by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, the workshop aims to review existing...

ACRN CEO, on Africa’s commitment to harnessing AI for development

Apr 4, 2025 | Article, News

I’m pleased to be at the Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali, where leaders are committing to harnessing AI for a better future for Africa. The sessions have been thought-provoking; special thanks to Strive Masiywa, Founder and Executive Chairman of Econet Wireless,...

ACRN-led industry partner visit to Africa to Boost Clinical Trials and Healthcare Partnerships

Mar 25, 2025 | Article, News

ACRN is leading a team of senior-level pharmaceutical industry partners and the global health partners on a tour of Rwanda, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, from March 24 to March 28. The tour is part of our aim to develop a robust life sciences industry on the continent...