African Journal of Reproductive Health

African Journal of Reproductive Health (AJRH) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that focuses on issues related to reproductive health in Africa. It aims to provide a forum for sharing and disseminating research findings, insights, and innovations in the field of reproductive health across the continent. The journal covers a wide range of topics including sexual health, reproductive rights, family planning, maternal health, adolescent health, gender-based violence, and HIV/AIDS as they relate to reproductive health.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The African Journal of Reproductive Health is dedicated to improving the reproductive health of people in Africa by publishing high-quality research articles, reviews, and commentaries that address the many complex challenges and issues affecting reproductive health on the continent. The journal encourages submissions from a diverse range of disciplines, including medicine, public health, sociology, anthropology, economics, and law, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of reproductive health.

Publication Details[edit | edit source]

The journal is published quarterly in English and has a broad readership that includes healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and educators in the field of reproductive health. It is committed to fostering a deeper understanding of reproductive health issues in Africa and promoting evidence-based practices and policies to improve health outcomes.

Key Topics[edit | edit source]

Sexual Health: Articles in this area explore topics such as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), sexual education, and sexual rights.
Reproductive Rights: This includes research on access to reproductive health services, legal and ethical issues surrounding reproduction, and the right to make decisions regarding one's reproductive life.
Family Planning: Coverage includes contraceptive use, fertility intentions, and barriers to accessing family planning services.
Maternal Health: Research on pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, and the reduction of maternal mortality and morbidity.
Adolescent Health: Focuses on the reproductive health challenges faced by adolescents, including early pregnancy and access to reproductive health services.
Gender-based Violence: Articles examine the impact of violence on reproductive health and strategies for prevention and response.
HIV/AIDS: Research on the intersection of HIV/AIDS with reproductive health, including prevention, treatment, and care.

Submission and Review Process[edit | edit source]

The African Journal of Reproductive Health follows a rigorous peer review process to ensure the publication of high-quality research. Manuscripts submitted to the journal undergo a double-blind peer review, where both the reviewers and the authors are anonymized to maintain impartiality and integrity in the review process.

Access and Distribution[edit | edit source]

The journal is accessible to subscribers and offers some open-access articles. It is distributed both online and in print, making research findings available to a wide audience interested in reproductive health issues in Africa.

Editorial Board[edit | edit source]

The editorial board of the African Journal of Reproductive Health consists of a diverse group of experts in reproductive health from across Africa and around the world. These members bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the journal, ensuring that it maintains high standards of scholarship and relevance to the field.