The first SMO dedicated to Francophone Africa
AFCRA – African Clinical Research Assets is a Site Management Organization based in Côte d'Ivoire, supporting Sponsors, CROs and investigation sites for quality clinical research in Francophone Africa.
AFCRA was founded by two women, clinical research professionals, each with over 20 years of international experience in clinical trials.
They have in-depth knowledge of Francophone African contexts and international requirements.
This dual expertise guarantees a deep understanding of the requirements of Sponsors and CROs, as well as the operational realities of investigation sites in Africa.
The founders of AFCRA — each with 20+ years of international experience
Our Mission
Supporting Sponsors, CROs and investigational sites in Francophone Africa by making clinical sites operational, compliant and sustainable, while strengthening local skills according to international standards.
Our Vision
To contribute to the development of a structured, credible and autonomous clinical research ecosystem in Francophone Africa, capable of conducting clinical trials that meet international scientific, ethical and regulatory requirements.
Our Approach
- ✅ Pragmatic, solution-oriented, and field-driven
- ✅ Collaborative, in close collaboration with local teams
- ✅ Demanding in terms of quality and compliance
Expertise dedicated to Francophone Africa
The only SMO entirely dedicated to the realities on the ground in Francophone Africa — with a perfect mastery of local issues.
international standards
ICH-GCP E6(R3) applied with in-depth knowledge of African contexts. Uncompromising quality and compliance.
operational approach
No theoretical advice — practical support, from the start to the completion of clinical studies.
Institutional and academic partnerships.