Introduction
Africa Research Gate Limited is committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our research participants, visitors, and users. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of personal information for medical research within the framework of Kenyan law, including compliance with the Health Act, 2017, the Public Health Act, 2012, the HIV and AIDS Prevention and Control Act, 2006, and the Digital Health Act, 2023.

Collection of Personal Data
We collect personal data necessary for medical research, including health information, with the utmost respect for the privacy of our participants. Data collection methods are transparent, lawful, and in line with participants’ consent.

Use of Personal Data
Personal data collected is strictly used for the purposes of medical research as consented to by the participants. We ensure that the use of data is in compliance with the objectives stated at the point of collection and relevant legal and ethical guidelines.

Disclosure of Personal Data
We may share personal data with regulatory bodies and ethics committees as required by Kenyan law and for the purpose of compliance with research standards. All disclosures are conducted with the highest level of confidentiality and security.

Data Protection Measures
Africa Research Gate employs stringent data protection measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include technical, physical, and administrative safeguards.

Ethics and Compliance
Our medical research activities are conducted in compliance with the ethical guidelines set forth by the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) and are subject to review by accredited ethics committees. We commit to upholding the principles of dignity, integrity, and confidentiality in all research endeavors.

Rights of Research Participants
Participants in medical research have rights to access, correct, or delete their personal data held by us. Requests for data access or correction can be directed to our contact person listed below.

Updates to the Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Participants will be notified of any significant changes.

Contact Information
For any inquiries or concerns regarding our privacy practices or participants’ rights, please contact:

Adil Abdelnour
Africa Research Gate Limited
P.O BOX 32922, NGARAROAD, STAREHE DISTRICT, NAIROBI, KENYA
Website: https://africaresearchgate.com/