Africa Clinical Research Network

The Africa Clinical Research Network (ACRN) is an African-led clinical research organization and site network founded in 2024 to address the underrepresentation of African populations in global clinical trials. Headquartered in Zimbabwe, ACRN provides end-to-end clinical trial services, including protocol development, regulatory submissions, site management, and data management across diverse therapeutic areas such as infectious diseases, oncology, and cardiometabolic health. The organization leverages a digital-first approach, partnering with Oracle to implement advanced clinical trial solutions and AI-enabled workflows. ACRN aims to increase Africa's share of global clinical trials by building a sustainable, high-quality research ecosystem that connects global sponsors with local investigators and sites.