The African Humanities Inquiry: A Journal of the African Humanities Association is a premier, peer-reviewed, open-access academic publication dedicated to advancing humanities scholarship focused on Africa and its global connections. Published twice annually, the journal serves scholars, educators, industry experts and professionals engaged in African studies, arts, social sciences research, and development work.

The African Humanities Inquiry publishes high-quality research, critical essays, creative works, and professional contributions that:

  • Advance African humanistic knowledge across linguistics, literature, philosophy, psychology, law, archaeology, politics, history, cultural studies, arts, and related fields
  • Foster dialogue between Africa-based and diaspora scholars
  • Promote pan-African perspectives while celebrating continental and regional diversity
  • Support emerging scholars and established academics in Africa
  • Bridge academic and professional communities through policy-relevant scholarship
  • Maintain rigorous peer review and editorial standards
  • Ensure global accessibility through open-access digital distribution

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