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Africa Clinical Research Network Podcast

Africa Clinical Research Network Podcast

By: Africa Clinical Research Network
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The ACRN Podcast is your gateway to Africa-led conversations on clinical research, health innovation, and policy. Hosted by the Africa Clinical Research Network, this series brings together researchers, clinicians, regulators, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the continent to explore how Africa is shaping—and must continue to shape—the future of global clinical research.


Each episode features expert insights from African physician-scientists and innovators, discussions on emerging health technologies, policy dialogues influencing Africa’s research ecosystem, and stories that center African leadership in global health. Our goal is to spotlight credible, African-led voices at the intersection of science, policy, and industry, and to advance collaborative, community-driven research.


Whether you’re a policymaker, regulator, researcher, funder, or anyone passionate about Africa’s role in global health, this podcast is for you. Expect honest conversations, nuanced perspectives, and a commitment to challenging assumptions—including our own.


Stay tuned for our official launch and join us as we elevate Africa’s voice in clinical research!

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Episodes
  • Introducing the ACRN Podcast

    Introducing the ACRN Podcast
    Feb 25 2026
    1 min
  • Why Africa Must Lead in Clinical Research | ACRN Podcast EP1

    Why Africa Must Lead in Clinical Research | ACRN Podcast EP1
    Feb 24 2026

    Africa is home to nearly 20% of the world’s population and the greatest human genetic diversity on the planet, yet less than 4% of global clinical trials take place on the continent. In this inaugural episode of the ACRN Podcast, Dr. Tariro Makadzange (ACRN CEO) and Dr Wilfred Gurupira (ACRN Site Networks & Partnerships Lead) explore why clinical research is the foundation of modern medicine—and why Africa’s inclusion is not just a moral imperative, but a scientific and strategic necessity.

    Join us as we discuss:

    The impact of clinical research on health systems and patient care
    How Africa’s unique context and diversity can drive better science for everyone
    The risks of excluding Africa from global evidence generation
    The vision for African-led research, data ownership, and partnership in the life sciences ecosystem


    This episode sets the stage for honest, Afrocentric conversations about science, policy, and innovation—ensuring Africa is not just at the table, but helping to shape the future of global health.
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    32 mins
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