KarGeno Research and Policy Hub
Kargeno Research & Policy Hub is an emerging African-led research organization dedicated to conducting end-to-end health research from clinical trials through implementation to policy change with a focus on sexual reproductive health and mental health integration.
Strategic Goals 2025-2030
Our roadmap for transformative health research and policy impact across Africa
8-12
Active Studies
Concurrent projects
10+
Publications
Concurrent projects
1-2
Policy Guidelines
National impact/year
100+
Professionals Trained
Research capacity
OUR COMMITMENT
Kargeno Research & Policy Hub commits to conducting rigorous, ethical research that directly benefits African communities. We will maintain the highest standards of scientific integrity while ensuring our work translates into tangible improvements in health policy and practice.
“From Evidence to Impact: Transforming Health Outcomes Through Research and Policy”
Implementation Roadmap
Goal 01: Research Excellence
Objective : Establish Kargeno as a trusted partner for high-impact clinical and implementation research
- Maintain 8–12 concurrent studies across clinical trials and implementation science
- Achieve 10+ peer-reviewed publications annually by 2030
- Expand vaccine and drug trial capabilities
- Integrate mental health across all SRH research programs
Goal 2 : Policy Translation
Objective : Create a systematic research-to-policy pipeline that influences national and regional health decisions
- Establish Kargeno Policy Lab for rapid evidence synthesis
- Contribute to 1–2 national guidelines annually
- Maintain presence on 2+ County and National Technical Working Groups
- Develop quarterly policy briefs for stakeholders
Goal 3 : Institutional Growth
Objective : Build sustainable organizational capacity for long-term impact
- Grow from sole PI to 3-person senior research team
- Expand portfolio from $25M to $40M
- Develop core administrative and grants management infrastructure
- Achieve 30% revenue from non-grant sources by 2030
Goal 4 : Capacity Strengthening
Objective : Contribute to Africa's next generation of research leaders
- Mentor 10+ graduate students
- Train 100+ research professionals
- Develop specialized training modules in SRH-mental health integration
- Create research fellowship program
Research Focus Areas
HIV Prevention & Treatment
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health
Implementation Science
Mental Health Integration
Vaccine Trials
Our Latest Research Portfolio
Explore our current studies, strategic goals, and innovations in health research. This PDF offers a comprehensive look at our ongoing projects and future directions.