African Issues
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- ISSN
- 1548-4505
- Thematic area
- Arts & Sciences
About this journal
African Issues' is a scholarly journal dedicated to exploring the multifaceted realities of the African continent. Its scope encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including politics, economics, sociology, history, and culture. The journal aims to provide a platform for rigorous analysis and critical discussion of contemporary issues affecting Africa, with a particular emphasis on promoting understanding and dialogue between scholars, policymakers, and the wider public.
The journal's key themes reflect the dynamism and complexity of the African landscape. These include, but are not limited to, political transitions and governance, economic development and inequality, social justice and human rights, conflict and peacebuilding, and cultural identity and representation. 'African Issues' welcomes articles that engage with these themes from diverse perspectives, encouraging interdisciplinary approaches and a focus on the lived experiences of Africans.
'African Issues' caters to a diverse audience, including academics, researchers, students, policymakers, and practitioners working in various fields related to Africa. The journal's accessible language and clear writing style ensure that its content is comprehensible to a broad readership, fostering informed engagement with critical issues impacting the continent.
The journal's impact extends beyond its readership. Its contributions have been cited in numerous scholarly publications and policy documents, influencing discussions on African affairs both within and beyond the continent. By providing a space for in-depth analysis and critical debate, 'African Issues' plays a vital role in shaping policy decisions and promoting a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Africa.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 32, Issue 12 (2003)
Volume 31, Issue 12 (2003)
Volume 30, Issue 1 (2002)
Volume 30, Issue 2 (2002)
Volume 29, Issue 12 (2001)
Volume 28, Issue 12 (2000)
- A Broad Perspective: Reflections of an African Study Abroad
- African Perspectives on Programs for North American Students in Africa: The Experience of the University of Ghana–Legon
- Africa-to-Africa: A Responsible Alternative to Study Abroad for 21st-Century African Scholarship
- Building a National Focus for Student Exchange with Africa: The National Consortium for Study in Africa
- How to Support and Expand Strong, Existing Study-Abroad Programs: The Elon College Experience
- Negotiating Host-Student Interactions: Some Thoughts from the Tip of Africa
- Representations of African Study Abroad on Video
- Representations of African Study Abroad on Video
- Study Abroad in Africa: Learning about Race, Racism, and the Racial Legacy of America