Inaugural Edition • Kenya • 2025

Kenya Clinical Research Excellence Awards

Celebrating the scientists, investigators, and experts who are quietly transforming Kenya into Africa's most trusted destination for clinical trials.

Hosted by ClinTalks – Open to all clinical research professionals nationwide

8 Award Categories
1st National Awards of Its Kind
Annual High-End Gala Ceremony

Kenya's clinical research community deserves recognition. These awards exist because every breakthrough begins with a dedicated investigator behind it.

Award Categories

Principal Investigator of the Year

Outstanding leadership in clinical trial execution

Recognising the PI who demonstrates exceptional trial management, scientific integrity, and patient outcomes.

Emerging Excellence Award

Rising talent under 35 years & mentorship impact

Celebrating young investigators under 35 who show exceptional promise, alongside those committed to growing the next generation of researchers.

Lifetime Achievement

Decades of impact on Kenyan clinical research

Honouring distinguished professionals who have dedicated their careers to advancing clinical research in Kenya.

Site of the Year

Best-performing clinical trial site nationally

Recognising excellence in site operations, patient recruitment, data quality, and regulatory compliance.

Patient Advocacy Champion

Excellence in participant safety and ethics

Honouring unwavering commitment to participant safety, ethical conduct, and patient-centred care.

Innovation in Research

Novel methods or technologies in trials

Recognising groundbreaking innovations in research methods or technology that advance clinical trial practices.

Mentorship Excellence

Growing the next generation of researchers

Celebrating those who dedicate themselves to training, mentoring, and developing future clinical research leaders.

Global Collaboration Award

Championing Kenya's place in global trials

Recognising outstanding efforts to position Kenya as a leader in international clinical trials and research partnerships.

Who Should Be Involved

Principal Investigators
Clinical Research Sites
Clinical Research Teams
Ethics Committee Members
Regulatory Affairs Experts
CROs (Contract Research Organizations)
Pharmaceutical Companies
Biostatisticians
Pharmacovigilance Officers

Key Dates – 2025 Cycle

AUGUST
Nominations Open
OCTOBER
Submissions Close
NOVEMBER
Shortlist Announced
DECEMBER
Gala Ceremony, Nairobi

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