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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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 LATEST ARTICLES

Original Research

 
Strategies for the transition of learners with specific learning disabilities from remedial to mainstream schooling in South Africa  
Siboniso J. Selepe, Mohammed Mosala, Katlego Tshiloane, Maximus M. Sefotho
09 June 2026

Original Research

 
Consensus on development of a tool to guide implementation of CRPD-aligned standards of universal design and reasonable accommodation for healthcare workers with disabilities  
Meluleki S. Thethwayo, Nomzamo Chemane, Jill Hanass-Hancock, Verusia Chetty
04 June 2026

Original Research

 
Assistive technologies in employment and entrepreneurship: Graduates with sensory disabilities  
Sibongile Xashimba, Marlene de Beer
29 May 2026

Opinion Paper

 
Healing beyond the physical: Ethical approaches to emotional support in post-stroke recovery  
Olukoya A. Olotu, Anthea Rhoda
15 May 2026

Original Research

 
A framework to improve parental participation in the hospital care of autistic children in the eThekwini district of KwaZulu-Natal  
Neil A. Williams, Dudu G. Sokhela, Thembelihle S. Ngxongo
14 May 2026

Original Research

 
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of infection control among staff working with learners with spina bifida in special schools in two South African provinces: A cross-sectional study  
Sasavona R. Mashamba, Saajida Mahomed, Jacqueline M. Van Wyk
12 May 2026

Review Article

 
Employment of persons with disabilities in the open labour market: A scoping review  
Themba M. Ximba, Hester M. van Biljon, Fasloen Adams, Lana van Niekerk
08 May 2026

Original Research

 
Innovative mHealth for addressing low back pain-related factors amongst lower-limb amputees: A quasi-experimental  
Muh Syaiful Akbar, Muhammad Syafar, Yahya Thamrin, Djohan Aras, Indar Indar, Muhammad Arsyad
07 May 2026

Review Article

 
Physical rehabilitation techniques for spinal cord injury: A scoping review  
Candace Vermaak, Danet Cloete, Jared Kunene, Megan Webb, Inge von Wielligh, Vuyelwa Radebe
07 May 2026

Original Research

 
A human rights-based analysis of the experiences and challenges faced by children with albinism and their mothers: Insights from the African film ‘Can You See Us?’  
Priccilar Vengesai, Maureen Mswela
30 April 2026
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Notification: Full Special Collection Live Today!

 
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

 

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.

 
Posted: 2025-11-05

Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder

 
In 2025, the inclusion of AI policies became compulsory for all SciELO SA journals. Authors using AI-assisted technology must disclose their use in manuscripts to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust. Guidance is available in the Plagiarism, Fabrication and Artificial Intelligence Policy page and the Submission Guidelines under 'AI-assisted technologies' in the formatting requirements. Not sure if this journal is indexed in SciELO SA? Please check our Indexing Services page.  
Posted: 2025-10-06
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