Journal Information
The African Journal of Health Sciences and Medicine (AJHSM)
Basic Information
Published: Since 2020
Publisher: Dilla University, Ethiopia
E-ISSN: 3105-9783
Print ISSN: 3105-9775
Language: English
Frequency: Biannually (2 issues per year)
APC: Free - no charges for submission, processing, or publication
Indexing & Archives
AJHSM is committed to wide dissemination and preservation of research. The journal is indexed in:
- DataCite
Articles are also archived for long-term preservation.
Publication Schedule
AJHSM publishes two issues per year, each typically containing 5 articles, ensuring a total of at least 10 research articles annually.
| Issue | Publication Month | Submission Period |
|---|---|---|
| Issue 1 | June | January-May |
| Issue 2 | December | July-November |
Open Access Policy
Immediate Open Access
AJHSM provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. All articles are published under a Creative Commons license (e.g., CC BY) allowing reuse with attribution.
Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process by at least two independent reviewers. The review process typically takes 8-12 weeks. Editorial decisions are based on originality, significance, and clarity.
1
Submission
Authors submit manuscripts through the online system
2
Initial Review
Editorial team checks for compliance with journal guidelines
3
Peer Review
Double-blind review by at least two experts in the field
4
Decision
Editor makes decision based on reviewer recommendations
