ABOUT THE JOURNAL
The Journal of Public Health in Africa is a peer-reviewed, academic journal that focuses on health issues in the African continent. The journal editors seek high quality original articles on public health-related issues, reviews, comments and more. The aim of the journal is to move public health discourse from the background to the forefront. The success of Africa’s struggle against disease depends on public health approaches. View our Editorial Team.
The Journal of Public Health in Africa is a peer-reviewed, academic journal that focuses on health issues in the African continent. The journal editors seek high quality original articles on public health-related issues, reviews, comments and more. The aim of the journal is to move public health discourse from the background to the forefront. The success of Africa’s struggle against disease depends on public health approaches. View our Editorial Team.
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LATEST ARTICLES
Case Report |
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| Weaknesses and strengths in the emergency response and management of the first mpox case in The Gambia | |
| Sheikh O. Bittaye, Lamin Manneh, Morikebba Danso, Sheriffo Jagne, Amadou W. Jallow, Ya Fatou B.M Jobe, Mary Bobb, Ebrima K. Jallow, Momodou Kalisa, Kebba Jobarteh, Modou L. Sanneh, Haddijatou Allen, Ifeanyi L. Udenweze, Pius Ononigwe, Abdoulie Badjan, Mustapha Bittaye, Momodou T. Nyassi | |
| 09 March 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Traditional health practices in child care: Perceptions of caregivers in a township community | |
| Eugene M. Makhavhu | |
| 27 February 2026 | |
Editorial |
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| Charting Africa’s digital public health future: Five priorities for action | |
| Ngashi Ngongo, Nebiyu Dereje, Shanelle Hall, Jean Kaseya | |
| 27 February 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Evaluation of the concordance between nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs in the detection of COVID-19 | |
| Michel C. Tommo Tchouaket, Joseph Fokam, Ezéchiel N. Semengue, Yagai Bouba, Collins A. Chenwi, Alex D. Nka, Mirice Mbazo'o, Désiré Takou, Samuel M. Sosso, Grace A. Beloumou, Aude C. Ka’e, Aurelie M. Ngueko, Nadine Fainguem, Laeticia Y. Heunko, Sandrine C. Ndjeyep, Willy L. Pabo, Davy-Hyacinthe G. Anguechia, Naomi-Karell Etame, Evariste Molimbou, Rachel A. Mundo, Aissatou Abba, Gregory-Edie Halle-Ekane, Anne-Cecile Z.K. Bissek, Vittorio Colizzi, Carlo-Federico Perno, Alexis Ndjolo | |
| 26 February 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Prioritisation and risk ranking of epidemic-prone diseases for emergency preparedness and response in Eastern Africa using a multi-criteria decision analysis framework, 2023 | |
| Neema Kamara, Motuma Guyassa, Georgios Theocharopoulos, Anouar S. Mohamed, Halifa M. Said, Despina Pampaka, Jonathan Suk, Lul P. Riek, Merawi Aragaw | |
| 25 February 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| COVID-19 and ethics in action: Insights from African research committees | |
| Alemseged Abdissa, Solomon M. Abay, Akililu Alemu Ashuro, Derbew Fikadu Berhe, Tseday Tilahun Degafa, Nchangwi Syntia Munung, Godfrey B. Tangwa, Juntra Karbwang, Yimtubezinash Woldeamanuel | |
| 23 February 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Evaluation of perception towards brain health in Nigeria: Results from a nationwide awareness survey | |
| Temitope Farombi, Agustin Ibanez, Olajoke Akinyemi, Olufisayo Elugbadebo, Oluwagbemiga Oyinlola, Gabriel Ogunde, Joaquín Migeot, Chinedu Udeh-Momoh, Rufus Akinyemi | |
| 18 February 2026 | |
Brief Report |
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| PrEP and choice counselling – Insights into implementation | |
| Melanie Pleaner, Faith Musvipwa, Siphokazi Dada, Fatima A. Cholo, Catherine E. Martin, Alison Kutywayo, Vusile Butler, Saiqa Mullick | |
| 17 February 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Obstetric fistula awareness in The Gambia, Côte d’Ivoire, Madagascar and Sierra Leone: A cross-sectional analysis of Demographic and Health Surveys data | |
| Hayley Pierce, Emily Leclerc, Nicole Peterson | |
| 17 February 2026 | |
Opinion Paper |
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| Migration corridors in Africa and access to health services: Current challenges and a path forward for research and practice | |
| Edward Kirumira, Muhammad H. Zaman, Helen E. Lindsay, Julia Pettengill | |
| 13 February 2026 |
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Notification: Final Article Published in Special Collection! |
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| The concluding article of our special collection, 'Strengthening Scientific Publication Capacity of African Researchers,' guest edited by Prof. Peter Nyasulu, is now available! Explore ‘Impact of dental caries on the quality of life of children with sickle cell anaemia in Nigeria' by Afolabi JB, Oziegbe EO, Adegoke SA, Adefehinti O, Oyetola EO, Folayan MO and delve into the final insights on 'Treatment of dental caries in children with SCA will significantly improve their oral health-related QoL (OHRQoL)'. Read it here: Issue 4. 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: 2025-12-19 | 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 | |
Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder |
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| 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 | |
Notification: Complete Special Collection Available Now! |
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| We’re excited to announce that the full special collection, 'Understanding the Socio-ecological Determinants of Vaccine Uptake: A Cross-Sectional Study of Intra-personal, Interpersonal, Social Influence, Institutional and Policy Factors of COVID-19 Vaccination in Tanzania,' has been published today! Explore all the articles at Vol 16, No 3 (2025). This collection brings together a wealth of knowledge and research from Prof. Joseph Wilson, Dr Alphoncina Kagaigai, Prof. Onjefu Okidu and contributors. Interested in creating a new special collection? Contact special-issues@aosis.co.za. | |
| Posted: 2025-04-17 | More... |
Notification: All Articles in Special Collection Now Live! |
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| We’re thrilled to announce that all articles in our special collection, 'Mpox and Marburg Emergency Preparedness and Response in Africa’, are now available! Explore the full collection of insights, research, and discussions from Prof. Nicaise Ndembi and contributors at Mpox and Marburg Emergency Preparedness and Response in Africa. Dive into each article and discover the comprehensive perspectives. Thank you for following this journey. For new special collections, contact special-issues@aosis.co.za. | |
| Posted: 2025-04-01 | More... |
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