About the Journal

Advancing interdisciplinary research and evidence for sustainable development across Africa and beyond.

The Africa Journal of Sustainable Development (AJSD) is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal dedicated to publishing high-quality interdisciplinary research that contributes to sustainable development in Africa and other developing regions. The journal provides a platform for researchers, academics, policymakers, and development practitioners to disseminate evidence that informs policy, promotes innovation, and advances sustainable development practice.

Publisher

Centre for Sustainable Development, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria

Focus and Scope

AJSD publishes original scholarly contributions that address sustainable development challenges and opportunities across Africa. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary research spanning the environmental, economic, social, institutional, and technological dimensions of sustainable development.

Submissions may include original research articles, research notes, technical reports, review articles, policy analyses, book reviews, and reports from sustainable development agencies and institutions in Africa.

Submitted manuscripts must represent original work that has not been published previously and is not under consideration elsewhere.

Peer Review Process

Every manuscript submitted to AJSD undergoes an initial editorial assessment to determine its relevance to the journal's aims and scope. Manuscripts meeting the journal's standards are assigned to qualified reviewers with expertise in the relevant subject area.

Reviewers evaluate submissions based on originality, scientific quality, methodological rigor, clarity of presentation, and relevance to sustainable development. Authors receive constructive feedback to support revisions where appropriate.

Open Access Policy

The journal provides immediate open access to all published content, reflecting the principle that freely available scholarly research promotes greater global exchange of knowledge and increases the visibility and impact of research.

Publication Information

Publication Frequency Two issues per year
Peer Reviewed Yes
Access Open Access
Publisher Centre for Sustainable Development, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
Print ISSN 2315-6317

Sources of Support

The journal is supported through the sale of hard copies, subscriptions, and journal launch activities.

Editorial Board

The journal is guided by an international Editorial Board comprising distinguished scholars and practitioners with expertise in sustainable development, environmental sciences, public health, economics, forestry, governance, and related disciplines.

View the complete Editorial Board on the Editorial Board page.