Strengthening Scientific and Technical Capacity
AVAREF supports countries through multi-country joint clinical trial reviews, targeted workforce development programs, and supporting the development of necessary expertise. It helps build strong, consistent processes for ethics and regulatory oversight across the continent.
Enhancing Operational Efficiency
The AVAREF Secretariat is expanding its expert rosters, digital tools, and structured initiatives to streamline operations. These new platforms will improve how countries share documents, track decisions, and collaborate on reviews.
Driving Leadership and Advocacy
AVAREF is committed to raising the profile of African-led initiatives aimed at a thriving clinical trial ecosystem. Through strong engagement with donors and policy makers, AVAREF advocates for investment in local systems and greater continental leadership in global health. AVAREF joins other stakeholders in the goal to achieve 10% of the global share of clinical trial by 2035.
Supporting Innovation and Integration
Clinical trials are an indicator for innovation. AVAREF through its life cycle approach supports networks that facilitates regulators, researchers, ethics committees, and manufacturers in building strong communities thereby enhancing innovation. By fostering collaboration and integration within the innovation lifecycle, it helps accelerate access to life-saving health products.