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Our Services

A single partner for your clinical trials in Francophone Africa

AFCRA supports Sponsors, CROs and investigation sites through four complementary pillars to secure the execution of clinical trials in Francophone Africa.

Our 4 pillars
What we do for you
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Site Management Organization (SMO)

Strengthen the organization and performance of investigation sites to secure the operational execution of clinical trials, in conjunction with Sponsors and CROs.

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Regulatory & Ethical Support

Prepare, submit and monitor regulatory and ethical files to control deadlines, reduce risks and ensure compliance.

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Clinical Research Training

To train and professionalize teams with content adapted to the French-speaking African context, including ARC/CRA training with a recognized Canadian certificate.

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Availability & Opportunities

Identify and mobilize qualified resources in clinical research with supervision and quality monitoring ensured by AFCRA.

In summary
Our specific missions
Strengthening the organization and performance of sites
Simplify regulatory and ethical procedures
Training and supporting clinical research teams
Preparing sites for audits and inspections
Mobilize qualified operational resources
Ensure close field monitoring and structured reporting
Support for operational research for international organizations and funding agencies
Personalized support adapted to the French-speaking African context
Benefits
What you gain with AFCRA

🏦 Sponsors, CROs & Biotech/Pharma

  • ✅ Fewer fragile or underperforming websites
  • ✅ Clear visibility on deadlines, quality, and on-site execution
  • ✅ A single local operational contact
  • ✅ Saves time on local regulations

🌐 Academic institutions, NGOs & donors

  • ✅ Field expertise for operational and interventional research
  • ✅ Knowledge of Francophone African contexts
  • ✅ Support for monitoring and evaluation and data quality
  • ✅ Trusted partner for your public health studies

🏥 Investigator sites & research centers

  • ✅ Concrete support for structuring research activity
  • ✅ Structuring the team, documentation, and processes
  • ✅ Better preparation for audits and inspections
  • ✅ Enhanced credibility with Sponsors and CROs

🎓 Healthcare professionals & field teams

  • ✅ Rapid skills development in GCP and clinical research
  • ✅ Proficiency in REDCap/eCRF data collection tools
  • ✅ Internationally recognized certification
  • ✅ Best career opportunities in clinical research
How to work with us
3 simple steps
1

Initial exchange

We discuss your needs, your context, and your field objectives.

2

Review of your needs

We analyze your situation — country, sites, teams, regulatory requirements.

3

Customized proposal

We offer you tailored support — SMO, regulatory, training or resources.

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