African Researchers Magazine (ISSN: 2714-2787)

African Researchers Magazine (ISSN: 2714-2787) is a non-profit, reviewed scholarly publication committed to advancing the visibility and impact of African research and innovation. Our core mission is to facilitate effective knowledge dissemination, enhance research communication, and bridge the gap between African researchers and key end-users of research outputs across the continent and globally. We focus on publishing and promoting high-quality, evidence-based African research findings across various disciplines, ensuring accessibility to a diverse audience that includes governments, policymakers, academics, practitioners, professionals, NGOs, industry leaders, and the general public.

Our inclusive approach also targets the African academic diaspora, fostering collaborative engagement between researchers at home and abroad. By amplifying African scholarly contributions, we aim to influence evidence-informed policymaking, support sustainable development goals (SDGs), and contribute to capacity building and scientific advancement in Africa. We strive to make African research globally recognized, showcasing the continent’s intellectual capital, innovation ecosystems, and contextual solutions to local and global challenges. Through this platform, we empower African scholars, foster research, promote open access knowledge sharing, and provide global audiences with critical insights into Africa’s challenges, breakthroughs, and achievements in science, technology, research and development.

Mission Statement
At African Researchers Magazine (ISSN: 2714-2787), our mission is to translate African research findings into accessible, user-friendly knowledge resources that address the real-world needs of communities across Africa and the African diaspora. We are dedicated to bridging the gap between academic research and practical application by ensuring that critical insights from African-led studies are effectively communicated to policymakers, practitioners, development partners, educators, businesses, and the general public. Through this mission, we aim to promote evidence-based solutions, foster inclusive development, and strengthen the role of African research in global knowledge systems. Our commitment lies in making African research relevant, actionable, and impactful—empowering individuals and institutions to drive sustainable development, innovation, and social transformation across the continent and beyond.

Problem Statement
The underutilization of African research findings poses a critical challenge to evidence-based policymaking, socio-economic development, and knowledge-driven innovation across the continent. Currently, much of Africa’s research output remains confined to academic circles, limiting its reach and impact on key end-users such as government agencies, policymakers, practitioners, professionals, entrepreneurs, NGOs, and the general public. Despite a growing body of Africa-centric research, there exists a disproportionate reliance on foreign research frameworks, which often overlook the context-specific realities of African societies. Consequently, African-generated knowledge is frequently undervalued on the global stage, perceived as inferior, and marginalized within international research dialogues.

This disconnect between African research production and its practical application has resulted in missed opportunities to harness indigenous knowledge for development planning, public policy, and local innovation systems. Moreover, the communication, translation, and accessibility of African research findings remain grossly inadequate, leaving vital insights underexploited in addressing the continent’s pressing challenges. Far too often, African research is relegated to the status of literary citation, rather than being actively integrated into decision-making processes, technological advancement, or community-level solutions. Reversing this trend requires a concerted, collaborative effort from academia, government, civil society, media, and the private sector to reposition African research as a strategic resource for continental transformation.

About the Magazine
• Magazine Title: African Researchers
• Magazine Acronym: AR
• Magazine ISSN: 2714-2787
• Publication Coverage: International
• Frequency: Monthly
• Publication Charges: FREE
• Review Type: Double-blinded peer-review
• Review Duration: 2-4 weeks per article
• Review Rounds: 1-2 per article
• Open Access: Yes
• License: Creative Commons Attribution License 4.0
• Language: English
• Scope: Encompasses all disciplines with a focus on Africa, including but not limited to agricultural science, arts and culture, biological sciences, business and economics, education, engineering, environmental science, finance and accounting, health sciences, history and religion, technology, pharmaceutical sciences, politics and governance, social sciences and humanities, medical sciences, physical sciences, and other research disciplines.

Publishing Opportunities
African Researchers Magazine provides a wide array of peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed publication formats to amplify African research voices and narratives. Below are the key categories where authors and users can contribute:

🔬 Peer-Reviewed Publication Categories

  • AR Research – Original research articles presenting new empirical findings.

  • AR Reviews – Comprehensive reviews and critical evaluations of current literature (Max 3,000 words).

  • AR Short Reports – Concise, literature-based summaries of existing knowledge (Max 3,000 words).

  • AR Case Studies – Practice-oriented investigations exploring real-world challenges (Max 1,500 words).

  • AR Letters to the Editor – Scholarly responses to published articles or current issues (Max 1,000 words).

  • AR Editorials – Expert opinions on emerging research trends or critical issues (Max 1,500 words).

  • AR Focus – Brief highlights on significant, timely developments (Max 1,500 words).

  • AR Perspectives – Unique theoretical, methodological, or experiential insights (Max 2,000 words).

  • AR Commentaries – Analytical discussions or critiques of existing publications (Max 2,000 words).

📰 Non-Peer-Reviewed Publication Categories

  • AR News – Timely updates on research projects, African scholarly initiatives, funding opportunities, academic job listings, institutional developments, and conference announcements.

  • AR Stories – First-person research journeys, behind-the-scenes narratives, fieldwork reflections, and human-centered stories showcasing the social impact of African research.

  • AR Interviews – Text or video-based dialogues with renowned African scholars, thought leaders, and innovators discussing themes such as research excellence, innovation, and real-world impact.

  • Research Questionnaires & Surveys – Calls for academic or public participation in ongoing research studies.

  • Press Releases – Official announcements on awards, strategic partnerships, research breakthroughs, and institutional achievements.

  • Product/Service Information – Promotional features on research tools, software, academic platforms, and educational services that support the African scholarly ecosystem.

  • Research Proposals – Active calls for research collaboration, funding partnerships, or cross-institutional projects.

  • Policy Briefs – Evidence-informed documents targeted at policymakers, offering clear, actionable insights from recent research.

  • Academic Resource Highlights – Curated reviews of scholarly tools, online databases, open-access journals, and essential research resources.

  • Institutional Spotlights – Features introducing African research centers, academic departments, or labs—highlighting their contributions and strategic visions.

  • Monthly/Quarterly Research Digest – Editorial summaries of the latest African research trends, publications, policy shifts, and academic milestones.