Peer Review Process

The African Journal of Demography and Population Studies adheres to a double-blind peer review process. This ensures that both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to one another, thereby reducing bias.

• Initial Screening: Manuscripts are reviewed to ensure they meet submission guidelines and fit within the journal's scope.
• Reviewer Selection: Expert reviewers are selected for each submission. Typically, two or more independent reviewers assess each manuscript.
• Review Criteria: Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, methodology, relevance to demography and population studies, and clarity of writing.
• Outcome: Based on the peer review feedback, the editor decides whether the manuscript should be accepted, rejected, or revised.

Creative Commons License

All articles published in the African Journal of Demography and Population Studies are published under the

• Attribution: Authors retain copyright to their work but allow others to share, copy, and adapt the content with proper attribution.
• Free Usage: The license allows others to reuse and remix the content even for commercial purposes, as long as they provide appropriate credit.
• Open Access: The journal promotes open access by making its content freely available to everyone.

Editorial Process

The editorial process ensures the publication of high-quality research in demography and population studies. It includes the following stages:

• Initial Review: The editor conducts an initial review to ensure the manuscript aligns with the journal's scope and meets submission guidelines.
• Peer Review: After the initial screening, the manuscript is sent to reviewers for a double-blind peer review process.
• Decision: Based on the reviewers' feedback, the editor decides whether the manuscript is accepted, requires revisions, or is rejected.
• Post-Acceptance: Once accepted, the manuscript is copyedited, formatted, and prepared for publication.

For more details, please read our full Submission Guidelines.

Publisher Policies

The African Journal of Demography and Population Studies adheres to a strict set of publishing ethics to ensure quality, transparency, and fairness. Key policies include:

• Transparency: We provide clear, accessible information about the editorial and peer review processes.
• Fairness: All manuscripts are treated equally and evaluated based on their scientific merit.
• Confidentiality: Manuscripts and related communications are handled confidentially at every stage of the review process.
• Accountability: We follow best practices in handling conflicts of interest and ethical issues, as guided

Advertisement Policies

The African Journal of Demography and Population Studies does not accept advertisements within the content of its articles. Our advertisement policies include:

• Separation from Research Content: Advertisements, if any, are clearly separated from research articles.
• No Influence on Editorial Content: Advertising will not influence editorial decisions, peer review, or the publication process.
• Disclosure of Conflicts: Any potential conflicts of interest related to advertising will be disclosed to readers.

COPE Recommendation for Plagiarism

The African Journal of Demography and Population Studies adheres to the  We implement a strict zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism:

• Detection: Manuscripts are screened for plagiarism using advanced software such as Turnitin.
• Consequences: Plagiarized articles will be rejected outright. If plagiarism is discovered post-publication, the article will be retracted.
• Prevention: Authors are expected to properly cite sources and avoid self-plagiarism.

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

Our publication ethics ensure that the journal operates in a transparent, ethical, and responsible manner. Key elements include:

• Authorship: All authors must meet the authorship criteria and provide full disclosure of their contributions.
• Data Integrity: Authors must ensure that their data is accurate, reproducible, and free from manipulation.
• Ethical Approval: Research involving human or animal subjects must have proper ethical approval.
• Conflicts of Interest: Authors must declare any conflicts of interest that may affect the research.

COPE Recommendation for Conflict of Interest (Specific to Editors)

Editors are required to follow the COPE guidelines for conflict of interest in their editorial duties. This ensures that editorial decisions are made independently and without bias:

• Disclosure: Editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence their decisions.
• Recusal: If a conflict exists, editors must recuse themselves from handling the manuscript.
• Transparent Decision-Making: The journal maintains transparency in the decision-making process to avoid undue influence.

Editorial Policies

The editorial policies of the journal include guidelines on:

• Editorial Independence: Editorial decisions are based solely on the scientific merit of the manuscript, without any external interference.
• Handling Complaints: If authors or reviewers have concerns about the editorial process, they can lodge a complaint, which will be handled in accordance with COPE guidelines.
• Post-Publication Ethics: The journal adheres to best practices for corrections, retractions, and updates, following the guidelines set out by elixir publishers.