Journal
AFRICA IN DIALOGUE: An International Journal of Pan-Africanism
Editors: Mutombo Nkulu-N’Sengha, Effiong Joseph Udo, Mary A. Nyangweso, Emmanuel J. Zwanbin, Cosmas Ebo Sarbah
The Pan-African Dialogue Institute, domiciled in the University of Uyo, Nigeria is pleased to call for papers for its quarterly journal: AFRICA IN DIALOGUE – An International Journal of Pan-Africanism. ‘Africa in Dialogue’ provides a platform for the exchange of scholarly works across a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to science and innovation, religion and philosophy, sociology, economics, politics, peace and security, law and human rights, communication, education, history, environment, and health — all viewed through the lens of Pan-Africanism.
The Journal is dedicated to addressing the intellectual gap that often overlooks or marginalizes the ideals of Pan-Africanism and African agency. As an open-access publication, it seeks to disseminate research analyses and perspectives from academics, scholars, civil society leaders, and policymakers across Africa and the diaspora. Its mission is to promote and advance Africa’s traditional wisdom, unity, dignity, solidarity, self-reliance, and rich material and cultural heritage.
Contributors are encouraged to explore the relevance of Pan-Africanism from interdisciplinary perspectives and to examine how it shapes education, development policies and practices, as well as socio-economic and political discourses at local, national, and supranational levels. Articles should investigate the multiple dimensions of Pan-Africanism, offering practical, empirical, and theoretical insights for education, policy research, and the design and implementation of development initiatives across the continent.
The Journal also welcomes analyses of how multilateral dialogue can deepen engagement and promote cooperative rather than competitive approaches to achieving African unity and sustainable development.
Papers are expected to cover, but not limited to the following themes:
EDITORIAL POLICY
Africa in Dialogue – International Journal of Pan-Africanism invites authors to adhere to the following editorial guidelines when preparing manuscripts. Submissions should reflect a strong Pan-African orientation and align with the Journal’s mission to advance African agency, unity, and intellectual sovereignty.
Authors are encouraged to:
- Relate the topic of discussion to Pan-Africanism.
- Highlight policy implications — policy analysis, influence, or advocacy is central to The Pan-African Dialogue Institute (TPADI)
- Demonstrate how the text incorporates a Pan-African perspective.
- Identify which Pan-African ideal(s) the text embodies or promotes.
- Include, where appropriate, references to notable Pan-Africanists and their seminal works in both the text and the bibliography.
- Incorporate comparative insights from different regions and cultures within Africa and the diaspora.
- Integrate elements of African indigenous wisdom as expressed through indigenous languages and cultural practices.
- Where relevant, use expressions or proverbs drawn from African languages to enrich analysis.
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of African history, philosophy, and cultures.
- Offer a genuine Pan-African analysis of the human condition in Africa—diagnosing challenges and proposing “African solutions to African problems.”
- Ensure that the text is coherent, balanced, and analytically rigorous, supported by credible sources and a comprehensive bibliography.
- Clearly reflect “Dialogue” as both a method and value within the text’s argument and structure.
Guidelines for Submission
All authors submitting papers to AFRICA IN DIALOGUE are expected to comply with the following guidelines:
• Papers must have an abstract of not more than 250 words. The abstract should state the purpose of the paper, method of research, findings and conclusion / recommendation.
• Length of manuscript should not exceed 6,000 words or 20 pages with references.
• Manuscripts must not have been submitted to another academic publication.
• Papers must be submitted in Microsoft Word format; Times New Roman, 12-point font and double line spacing.
• The referencing style acceptable is Chicago Style.
• When abstract is accepted, authors will be asked to submit a draft paper. Submitted papers will undergo peer review and feedback provided to the authors.
Important Dates & Publication Details
• Submission of abstracts is due: Anytime.
• Submission of draft paper is due: Anytime.
• Information on reviewed paper is due: Anytime.
• Peer Review Fee – $10 (for those in within Africa) $50 (for those outside Africa). Peer review fee is to be paid after a paper has been accepted for publication.
• Publication Fee – Nil
• Publishers – University of Uyo Press. It will also be accessed on African Journal Online (AJOL)
• Publication Months: January and July.
Method of Submission
• Send your paper via email: – journal@africadialogue.org
• For more information, please contact the editorial team at editors@africadialogue.org