<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[TRACE Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[TRACE Project]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:28:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why Change: Revision of Nigeria’s National Code of Health Research Ethics (NCHRE) 2007]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Health Research Ethics Committee (NHREC) is Nigeria's body responsible for safeguarding the rights, safety, and well-being of research participants. With the growing diversity and volume of health research in the country, evidenced by the review of approximately 400 research protocols in 2025 alone, the national regulatory framework faced increasing pressure. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/why-change-revision-of-nigeria-s-national-code-of-health-research-ethics-nchre-2007</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac51cca4f0ef59df1e11936</guid><category><![CDATA[Why Change]]></category><category><![CDATA[Nigeria]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:18:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_01ffd9a2650b4b69aa6284c93f7074c8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_661,h_440,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strengthening Research Ethics in Rwanda: Highlights from the IRB Capacity Building Workshop]]></title><description><![CDATA[On July 16 and 17, 2026, the TRACE Project successfully hosted a two-day Capacity Building Workshop for Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) across Rwanda. Achieving a 100% attendance rate from invited IRBs, the event underscored a strong national commitment to harmonizing research ethics, optimizing oversight, and advancing research ethics and good clinical practice (GCP).]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/strengthening-research-ethics-in-rwanda-highlights-from-the-irb-capacity-building-workshop</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79c25b3354b4792335f</guid><category><![CDATA[Rwanda]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:22:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_7daf83362fc340b79a86faf5ed5a037e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accelerating Clinical Trial Excellence: Key Highlights from the Harare Face-to-Face Core Group Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moving toward the final months of its second year, the TRACE Project has officially entered a high-execution phase of national implementation. This momentum was on full display in early June during an intensive four-day face-to-face core group meeting in Harare, Zimbabwe. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/accelerating-clinical-trial-excellence-key-highlights-from-the-harare-face-to-face-core-group-meeti</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79c25b3354b4792335d</guid><category><![CDATA[Consortium]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:32:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_162a55b707e54e2ba2c5651467b55da6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[NIMR And TMDA Partner to Elevate Clinical Trial Review and Traditional Medicine Research Standards]]></title><description><![CDATA[In June 2026, the TRACE Project achieved major milestones in strengthening Africa's clinical research systems through two targeted capacity-building initiatives in Morogoro, Tanzania. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/nimr-and-tmda-partner-to-elevate-clinical-trial-review-and-traditional-medicine-research-standards</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79c25b3354b47923360</guid><category><![CDATA[Tanzania]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:11:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_84df9eb083cd4494abb495330e4c8bd5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_548,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Change: Elevating Research Transparency in Zimbabwe]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a core partner of the TRACE initiative, Zimbabwe is moving beyond traditional oversight to establish a more visible and accountable research ecosystem. By modernizing its national approach to research ethics, the country is ensuring that its regulatory processes meet the highest international standards while remaining accessible to all stakeholders.]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/elevating-research-transparency-in-zimbabwe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79c25b3354b4792335e</guid><category><![CDATA[Why Change]]></category><category><![CDATA[Zimbabwe]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:20:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_430c02e03642450e9c30d2ed3e54f744~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PRESS RELEASE: Kenya Integrates into TRACE to Streamline Clinical Trial Reviews through Parallel Submission and System Strengthening]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TRACE Project (Trial Regulation and Clinical Ethics Optimization) is proud to announce the formal inclusion of Kenya into its multi-country initiative which is already being implement in Tanzania, Nigeria, Rwanda and Zimbabwe. This expansion aims to strengthen and align Kenya’s clinical trial oversight systems with regional best practices.]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/press-release-kenya-integrates-into-trace-to-streamline-clinical-trial-reviews-through-parallel-sub</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d7a</guid><category><![CDATA[Kenya]]></category><category><![CDATA[Press Release]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 08:45:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_7af0020104424f508f57a368382f3b35~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_900,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: Meeting and Training Workshop to Advance Discussions on Strengthening Research Ethics Governance ]]></title><description><![CDATA[A productive meeting was held at Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja -Nigeria during the National Health Research Ethics Committee (NHREC) Meeting and Training Workshop to advance discussions on strengthening research ethics governance in Nigeria and the role of the TRACE Project in supporting national priorities.]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/meeting-and-training-workshop-to-advance-discussions-on-strengthening-research-ethics-governance-in</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d7b</guid><category><![CDATA[Nigeria]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:35:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_788f8145f91044ec9cfbd91fae71d2e1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_856,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The TRACE Project Explores Expansion into Kenya]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TRACE Project is set to expand into Kenya, following initial consultations with national stakeholders on integrating the country into the initiative to strengthen clinical trial oversight and ethics systems. In July 2025, a meeting was convened in Nairobi at the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), where TRACE representatives engaged with senior officials from Kenya’s regulatory and ethics bodies to discuss goals, collaborative strategies, and future actions.]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/trace-project-explores-expansion-into-kenya</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d77</guid><category><![CDATA[Kenya]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:06:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_7952026048234380a38c5a8c514db185~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_432,h_236,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRACE Digital Benchmarking Efforts in Uganda]]></title><description><![CDATA[

TRACE concluded a three-day benchmarking visit to the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST), aimed at learning from their pioneering experience in digital ethics and clinical trial oversight. Held from 24th –26th July 2025, the mission was led by Mr. Collins Mwesigwa from UNCST and Dr. Collins Mitambo representing TRACE.]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/trace-digital-benchmarking-efforts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d79</guid><category><![CDATA[Consortium]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:36:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_c6a7104f72134de58769debc443aa711~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_966,h_656,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zimbabwe: Modernizing Medical Research Framework Amid Digital Transformation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zimbabwe is modernizing its medical research governance and accelerating digital ethics review systems after decades under outdated regulations. The Medical Research Council of Zimbabwe (MRCZ), established in 1974 under the Rhodesian Government Notice 225, has operated under a legal framework that has remained unchanged for over 50 years.]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/modernising-medical-research-framework-amid-digital-transformation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d75</guid><category><![CDATA[Zimbabwe]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:33:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_fdc7644b987149b38992fee605491bed~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_550,h_357,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tanzania: Strengthening Clinical Research Governance - Insights from the TRACE Project Scoping Mission]]></title><description><![CDATA[A scoping mission in Tanzania has provided critical insights into the country’s national ethics systems, paving the way for stronger regulatory oversight and collaboration in clinical trials. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/strengthening-clinical-research-governance-insights-from-the-trace-scoping-mission</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d7c</guid><category><![CDATA[Tanzania]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:28:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_f382bd53125340b789b6b1ca5dc37db3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_552,h_307,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigeria: Advancing Digital Ethics And Research Governance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to ethical and transparent clinical research through the TRACE mission held in Abuja. The mission brought together the TRACE team and the NHREC as well as Institutional and local committees to strengthen clinical trial oversight. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/advancing-digital-ethics-and-research-governance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d76</guid><category><![CDATA[Nigeria]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:19:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_e2d25fd6487d460b8bce922f6c6b470d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_733,h_481,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRACE Project Core Group Meeting: Advancing Coordination and Next Steps]]></title><description><![CDATA[The three-day in-person meeting delivered a unified roadmap for strengthening clinical trial oversight through harmonized ethics and regulatory systems, enhanced digital transformation, and sustainable financing models. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/advancing-coordination-and-next-steps</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d78</guid><category><![CDATA[Consortium]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:11:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_df6651ec0e784dd9a5292de2f5e047c4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRACE PROJECT SCOPING MISSION IN RWANDA]]></title><description><![CDATA[The TRACE project scoping mission was held in Kigali on 13 December 2024 at Hôtel des Mille Collines, marking a key step toward strengthening Rwanda’s clinical trial regulatory and ethics systems. ]]></description><link>https://www.traceprojectafrica.org/post/trace-project-scoping-mission-in-rwanda</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a96c79ac84aa35bc7136d73</guid><category><![CDATA[Rwanda]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:54:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f0150b_303eb031f5494a85858d36c43fe04bb9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>TRACE Project Communications Team</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>