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
Review Article |
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| Integration of public health policies as a means of strengthening primary healthcare: A case study of five countries and their healthcare integration strategies | |
| Ilona Matthew, Michelle Viljoen, Jane McCartney | |
| 10 April 2026 | |
Brief Report |
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| Adaptation of the renal clinic extension-mentorship model for chronic kidney disease prevention and control into the primary healthcare system in Nigeria | |
| Akinwumi A. Akinbodewa, Olorunfemi A. Ogundele, Olumuyiwa E. Ariyo, Victoria O. Oladoyin, Korede Oluwatuyi, Adeayo O. Omotehinse | |
| 09 April 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Managers perspectives on the implementation of the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission policy in South Africa | |
| Hermina Dyeshana, Sibusiso Zuma | |
| 09 April 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Exploring pastoral attitudes and lived experiences of people living with HIV and/or AIDS: A case study of churches in Thulamela Municipality, South Africa | |
| Tshifhiwa S. Netshapapame, Cairo B. Ntimana | |
| 03 April 2026 | |
Review Article |
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| A systematic review of implementation strategies to improve timely initiation of antenatal care among pregnant women in sub-Saharan Africa | |
| Olatubosun Akinola, Rabson Zimba, Kutha Banda, Caroline L. Mangani, Hilda Shakwelele, Ibrahim Abdallah, Angel Mwiche, Cindy Chirwa, Mutale Sampa, Ronald Fisa, Mercy W. Monde, Choolwe Jacobs | |
| 26 March 2026 | |
Review Article |
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| Socio-ecological analysis of nurses’ roles and challenges in choice on termination of pregnancy services in South Africa: A scoping review | |
| Vutlhari A. Ndlovu, Tshepo A. Ntho, Masenyani O. Mbombi, Mxolisi W. Ngwenya | |
| 23 March 2026 | |
Public Health Pictures |
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| Lessons learned in implementing an Alcoholics Anonymous peer support model in Lilongwe, Malawi | |
| Katherine Boyd, Chifundo S. Tepeka, Thomas W. Psyata, Tommy Mthepheya, Thuy Bui, Caroline Kensler, Phillip Wagner | |
| 20 March 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Presence and prevalence of single nucleotide sequence polymorphisms in TP53 and BRCA2 genes as of cervical and ovarian cancers in women using hormonal contraceptives in Abuja, Nigeria | |
| Omorinsola F. Odebiyi, Adedapo Kehinde, Mohammed S. Abdulsalami, Deborah M. Dibal | |
| 13 March 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Factors associated with completion of 6 months of isoniazid preventive therapy among under-five children exposed to tuberculosis patients in Blantyre, Malawi | |
| Glory T. Mzama, Kruger Kaswaswa, Tobias Chirwa, Juliana Kagura, Latifat Ibisomi | |
| 13 March 2026 | |
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 |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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... |
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