African Development Finance Journal (ADFJ) – A Leading AR-Indexed Platform for Financial Research in Africa

Introduction
The African Development Finance Journal (ADFJ) has emerged as a prominent scholarly platform in Africa, providing high-quality research dissemination in financial management and development finance. As of May 2025, ADFJ proudly holds an ACTIVE listing in the AR Index (AR Index Number: 644406), reinforcing its credibility and global academic reach.

About ADFJ
Established in 2015, the African Development Finance Journal is published bimonthly by the Department of Finance and Accounting at the University of Nairobi, Kenya. It offers open-access, peer-reviewed content to researchers, academicians, practitioners, and students from around the world. ADFJ’s focus lies in enhancing and sharing knowledge within the broad disciplines of:

• Financial Management

• Corporate Finance

• Public Finance

• Development Finance

• Financial Innovation and Risk Management

The journal publishes diverse types of contributions, including theoretical and empirical research papers, review articles, case studies, literature reviews, technical notes, simulation models, and conceptual frameworks.

AR Index Accreditation – A Mark of Quality
Being listed in the AR Index affirms ADFJ’s commitment to scholarly excellence. This listing elevates the journal’s visibility, making it a preferred destination for authors looking for impactful and credible outlets. Researchers benefit from a robust review process (1–2 months, double-blind), rigorous publication ethics, and international exposure.

Journal Features at a Glance

• Frequency: Bi-monthly

• Open Access: Yes (under Creative Commons license – CCO)

• Review Type: Double-blinded

• Review Duration: 1–2 months

• Article Length: Up to 25 double-spaced pages

• Publication Fee: $100 (No submission fee)

• ISSN (Online): 2522-3186

• Language: English (British or American standard)

Why Publish with ADFJ?

• Credibility: Backed by the University of Nairobi and indexed in the AR Index

• Affordability: No submission fees and modest publication charges

• Academic Rigor: Double-blind review and ethical publishing standards

• Wide Reach: Open access ensures global visibility

• Diverse Content: Welcomes a wide spectrum of research formats and topics

Meet the Editorial Team
ADFJ is spearheaded by Dr. Duncan Elly Ochieng, who serves as both the Journal Editor and Managing Editor. His stewardship ensures that the journal maintains the highest standards of academic integrity and scholarly value.

Conclusion
The African Development Finance Journal stands as a beacon for academic excellence in African financial research. Its AR Index listing affirms its role in shaping scholarly discourse across the continent and beyond. For academics and professionals seeking a respected, accessible, and ethical journal to publish their work, ADFJ offers an ideal platform to contribute to the global conversation on finance and development.

For more details visit the AR Index