ABOUT THE JOURNAL
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

 
Social exchange theory tenets and the employment of persons with disabilities in the Western Cape, South Africa  
Warren P. Charles, Tendency Beretu
15 July 2026

Original Research

 
Speech-language therapy in Kenya: An overview of practitioners, practices and professional needs  
Jinagna Shah, Esedra Krüger, Marien A. Graham, Bhavani S. Pillay
03 July 2026

Original Research

 
Exploring challenges and community support for hard-to-reach persons with visual impairment in the Free State province, South Africa: A qualitative study  
Matieho B. Mokhua, Tuwani A. Rasengane, Joyce M. Tsoka-Gwegweni, Antor O. Ndep
29 June 2026

Original Research

 
The barriers to access healthcare services by people with disabilities: Policymakers’ perspectives  
Hileni N. Niikondo, Sipho W. Mkhize
25 June 2026

Original Research

 
Albinism and human rights: From marginalisation to global advocacy  
Tameshnie Deane
24 June 2026

Editorial - Special Collection: Disability spirituality and belonging

 
Disability, spirituality and belonging in Africa: An intersectional and decolonial perspective  
Chioma Ohajunwa, Adele Ebrahim, Nafisa Mayat
18 June 2026

Original Research

 
Occupational therapists’ perceived ability to facilitate reasonable accommodations in the workplace for employees with major depressive disorders  
Mpho S. Ramano, Tania Buys, Carla Kotzé
13 June 2026

Original Research - Special Collection: Disability spirituality and belonging

 
Baptist church and empowerment of women and girls with disabilities in Mhondoro-Ngezi  
Grinwell Mugoni, Macloud Sipeyiye
13 June 2026

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
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 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Notification: Final Article Published in Special Collection!

 
The concluding article of our special collection, 'Disability spirituality and belonging,' guest edited by Dr Chioma Ogochukwu Ohajunwa, Dr Nafisa Mayat and Dr Adele Ebrahim, is now available! Explore ‘Disability, spirituality and belonging in Africa: An intersectional and decolonial perspective’ by Chioma Ohajunwa, Adele Ebrahim and Nafisa Mayat, and delve into the final insights on the intersections of disability, spirituality, religion and belonging, with the aim of reframing dominant narratives and bringing forward voices that have been historically marginalised. Read it here: Vol 15 (2026). Thank you for following along and enjoying the complete collection! If you are interested in launching a special collection, please contact special-issues@aosis.co.za.  
Posted: 2026-06-19 More...

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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