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
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| The impact of educational interventions on the competence of nurses and midwives in neonatal resuscitation in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review | |
| Andy Emmanuel, Israel Gabriel, Danjuma Aliyu | |
| 15 May 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| COVID-19 knowledge, attitude, and practice in combating TB and COVID-19 in Cameroon | |
| Genevieve Andoseh, Lionel U. Tiani, Cyriaque A. Ambassa, Diane Kamdem Thiomo, Jean Paul Assam Assam, Cedric F. Tchinda, Leonard N. Numfor, Francine Ntoumi, Véronique Penlap Beng | |
| 14 May 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| Community referral system influencing caregiver health-seeking for childhood pneumonia in Endebess sub-county, Kenya | |
| Everlyne N. Opuba, Patrick O. Onyango, Jane A. Owenga | |
| 14 May 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| Beyond viral load: Unravelling non-communicable disease patterns in Manicaland province, Zimbabwe | |
| Kudzai F.V. Chokuona, Munyaradzi Mukuzunga, Tsitsi P. Juru, Addmore Chadambuka, Gerald Shambira, Notion T. Gombe, Mufuta Tshimanga | |
| 13 May 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| Piloting a research mentorship programme in a low-resource setting in Zimbabwe | |
| Danai T. Zhou, Celia M.J. Matyanga, Munyaradzi Madhombiro, Vinie Kouamou, Precious K. Hove, Sarudzai Muyambo, Elizabeth Gori, Fortunate Farirai, Betty Mukuwapasi, Taona E. Mudhluli, Getrude D. Gwenzi, Enetia D. Bobo, Jenipher Chigerwe, Justin Chirima, Ratidzo Chirimo, Tonny P. Tauro, Mellisa B. Sagandira, Winnie Y. Mozirandi, Natsayi Chiwaye, Hardlife Rambwawasvika, Violet P. Dudu, Winnet E. Chipato, Yvonne O. Nyararai, Faith W. Kadzviti, Nomagugu Ndlovu, Upenyu N. Mupfiga, Hardlife Muhoyi, Runyararo Mano | |
| 12 May 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| Stakeholders’ perspectives on the implementation of school hearing screening in Botswana | |
| Meshack Moepeng, Shajila Singh, Lebogang Ramma | |
| 09 May 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| Non-compliance to antiretroviral therapy readjustments following complications in HIV-positive patients in South Africa | |
| Ntandoyakhe N. Nxumalo, Solomon Thule, Selente Bezuidenhout, Robert Summers, Elmien Bronkhorst | |
| 30 April 2025 | |
Review Article |
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| Evidence from HIV sequencing for blood-borne transmission in Africa | |
| David Gisselquist, Simon Collery | |
| 30 April 2025 | |
Original Research |
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| The Nexus of HIV, substance abuse, and mental health among adolescents in Zambia (2021–2023) | |
| Belia Longwe, Lushomo Hachilensa, Chipwailia Chunga, Kutha Banda, Muchindu Ng’andu, Hilda Shakwelele, Trevor Mwamba, Nsanzya Maambo, Japhet Michelo, Prudence Haimbe, Mable Mweemba | |
| 30 April 2025 | |
Original Research – Special Collection: Vaccine Effectiveness in Africa |
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| Barriers and enhancers to COVID-19 vaccination among healthcare workers in a metropolitan city in Nigeria | |
| Adewale V. Opayele, Adeniyi F. Fagbamigbe, Chinwe L. Ochu, Rodgers R. Ayebare, Adedayo O. Faneye, Adewemimo C. Olaosebikan, Oluwaseun E. Falayi, Gloria O. Nwiyi, Sunday O. Eziechina, Ikemefule R. Uzoma, Priscilla Ibekwe, Prosper Okonkwo, Tamrat Shaweno, Nebiyu Dereje, Suzan Nakasendwa, Tonny Muwonge, Mosoka P. Fallah, Georgina N. Odaibo | |
| 28 April 2025 |
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Notification: Final Article Now Live in Our Special Collection! |
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We’re excited to announce the publication of the final article in our special collection, 'The Program for Research on Vaccine Effectiveness in Africa: An Africa CDC Saving Lives and Livelihoods Initiative,' which was implemented by the Makerere University Infectious Diseases Institute, under the expert guidance of guest editors Prof. Morenike Oluwatoyin Folayan, Assoc. Prof. Nuredin Ibrahim Mohammed, Prof. Prisca Olabisi Adejumo and Assoc. Prof. Thandie Sharon Mwalukomo. Discover ‘Barriers and enhancers to COVID-19 vaccination among healthcare workers in a metropolitan city in Nigeria’ by Adewale V. Opayele, Adeniyi F. Fagbamigbe, Chinwe L. Ochu, Rodgers R. Ayebare, Adedayo O. Faneye, Adewemimo C. Olaosebikan, Oluwaseun E. Falayi, Gloria O. Nwiyi, Sunday O. Eziechina, Ikemefule R. Uzoma, Priscilla Ibekwe, Prosper Okonkwo, Tamrat Shaweno, Nebiyu Dereje, Suzan Nakasendwa, Tonny Muwonge, Mosoka P. Fallah, Georgina N. Odaibo for the concluding insights on the study that identifies why HCWs in Nigeria are hesitant about getting vaccinated. This information can help to improve vaccination rates in this group. Read it now: Special Collection: Vaccine Effectiveness in Africa. Thank you for joining us on this journey! Interested in starting your own special collection? Contact us at special-issues@aosis.co.za. |
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| Posted: 2025-04-29 | More... |
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... |
Notification: The ‘Journal of Public Health in Africa’ is included in the DOAJ |
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The Journal of Public Health in Africa (JPHIA), owned by Africa CDC and the African Union, is included in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ). View the journal’s entry here. This recognition is evidence of the journal’s quality and its dedication to furthering rigorous scholarly research.
About the DOAJ The Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) is a large, community-driven index of peer-reviewed open-access scholarly journals. It includes journals published in various languages across several disciplines to raise their visibility, accessibility and reputation, while improving their quality impact.
The DOAJ is an approved index of the South African Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), which means that the journal is also DHET accredited. Eligible outputs published in the journal can thus qualify for DHET subsidy.
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| Posted: 2024-07-29 |
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