The African Journal of Disability is published for the purpose of advancing scholarship in disability studies and rehabilitation sciences in a uniquely African context. Widely read by scholars, professionals and students, it encourages scholarly exchange between all disciplines and academics from low, middle and high-income countries to work towards the improvement of human development and its practices across the continent. View our Editorial Team.
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| The African Journal of Disability (AJOD) is seeking two Associate Editors with expertise in areas covered by the focus and scope of the journal to join its Editorial Team. AJOD, published by AOSIS, invites applications from the academic community. Deadline for applications: 15 May 2026. Read more. | |
| Posted: 2026-04-24 | |
Notification: Explore the just released Volume 14 (2025) Table of Contents |
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| Explore our publisher's scholarly journal! From groundbreaking studies to insightful analyses, it's a must-read to stay abreast of cutting-edge research in your field. Delve into the depths of knowledge and stay at the forefront of your discipline. | |
| Posted: 2026-04-02 | More... |
Press Release: New blog post: Open-access books on SDG 1 |
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A new blog post from AOSIS features recently published open-access books focused on SDG 1: No poverty. These books cover a wide range of topics, offering valuable insights and contributing to the global dialogue on sustainable development. We also welcome new book proposals that align with the themes of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Read the blog. |
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| Posted: 2026-02-25 | |
Notification: Full Special Collection Live Today! |
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| All articles in the special collection 'Festschrift Leslie Swartz' are now live! Dive into the complete series of articles, including 'Integrating Scholarship and Practice: A Journey in Disability Advocacy and Community Empowerment,' 'Invisible barriers: examining the role of disability in transnational families,' and others, and gain comprehensive insights into the growth of disability studies on the African continent: The career contribution of Prof. Leslie Swartz. Explore the collection at Vol 14 (2025). Thank you for your interest. To start a new special collection, reach out to special-issues@aosis.co.za | |
| Posted: 2025-12-01 | More... |
Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy |
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Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process. |
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| Posted: 2025-11-05 |
Notification: VACANCIES: Associate Editor for the ’African Journal of Disability’| More Announcements... |