About the Journal
International Journal of African Research Sustainability Studies is a peer-reviewed, open access scholarly publication committed to advancing original research articles, theoretical perspectives, and practical insights in the interdisciplinary field of sustainability within the African context. The journal provides an academic platform for researchers, scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to disseminate findings that contribute to sustainable development across diverse sectors in Africa and beyond.
eISSN: 3027-2599 | ISSN: 3027-0529
Focus and Scope
The journal welcomes submissions that address sustainability challenges, opportunities, and innovations from multiple academic and practical perspectives. It encompasses research across the following disciplines: environmental science, agricultural science, geography, sociology, economics, political science, education, business administration, public administration, forestry, rural development, engineering, health sciences, development studies, and urban and regional planning. Manuscripts that promote integrative approaches and Africa-centred research frameworks are especially encouraged.
Publication Frequency
The journal is published quarterly on a continuous basis, ensuring timely dissemination of research works. Articles are made available online as soon as they complete the review and editorial process.
Types of Articles Published
The journal publishes a range of scholarly works including original research articles, review papers, theoretical contributions, policy analyses, case studies, and perspectives on sustainable development practices.
Peer Review
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure academic excellence and research integrity.
Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain the copyright of their published work but grant the journal a license to publish and distribute their articles. All articles are licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, permitting unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are properly credited.
Open Access Policy
This journal operates under a fully open access model, providing immediate and free access to its content without any subscription or paywall barriers. The journal upholds the principle that freely accessible research promotes wider dissemination, equitable knowledge exchange, and the acceleration of sustainable development goals across Africa.
Archiving and Accessibility
To ensure long-term preservation and accessibility, all articles are assigned Crossref Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) and are archived in recognised repositories including the PKP Preservation Network (PN), LOCKSS, and CLOCKSS. These systems guarantee the permanent availability of the journal’s scholarly content.
Publisher
Cambridge Research and Publications International,
Centre for African Humanity and Development Circle (CAHDC), University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria – West Africa.
Email: editorial@cambridgeresearchpub.com