About AJOM
Africa Journal of Management (AJOM)
AJOM is AFAM's Scopus-indexed, double-blind peer-reviewed journal — publishing rigorous research that positions Africa at the center of management inquiry.
About AJOM
About the journal
Mission, vision, and editorial scope
The purpose of the Africa Journal of Management (AJOM) is to advance management theory, research, education, practice and service in Africa by promoting the production and dissemination of high-quality and relevant manuscripts.
AJOM is committed to publishing original, rigorous, scholarly empirical and theoretical research papers, which demonstrate clear understanding of the management literature and draw on Africa’s local indigenous knowledge, wisdom and current realities.
AJOM is committed to being the premier outlet for management research that draws on Africa’s local indigenous knowledge, wisdom, and current realities — advancing management theory, research, education, practice, and service across the continent.
The Africa Journal of Management publishes rigorous, high-quality research that positions Africa at the center of management inquiry. It welcomes diverse, evidence-based approaches that connect global management theories with Africa’s contexts, knowledge systems, and practices.
The journal prioritizes work addressing key development challenges, organizational dynamics, and ethical issues relevant across the continent, with preference for studies offering broader African relevance.
Through a double-blind peer review process, AJOM publishes quarterly and serves as a platform for advancing management scholarship, practice, and dialogue within Africa and globally.
Why AJOM
Why publish with AJOM
International Visibility
Indexed in Scopus and rated 2★ on the Chartered ABS Academic Journal Guide, with a roadmap to 3★ within five years.
Africa-Centered Scholarship
A dedicated outlet for research that draws on Africa’s institutional, cultural, and socioeconomic realities.
Rigorous, Fast Review
A three-week turnaround for first editorial decisions — among the fastest of any management journal globally.
Growing Academic Impact
A 2.1 Impact Factor and 450+ annual submissions from a global authorship base, targeting 5.0 within five years.
Scope
Research areas
AJOM welcomes work across the following core thematic areas.
Organizational Behavior
Human Resource Management
International Business
Strategic Management
Entrepreneurship
Organization Theory
Supply Chain & Operations
Sustainability & Governance
Afrocapitalism & Indigenous Theory
How it works
Publication process
1
Submission
via ScholarOne
2
Editorial Screening
Category confirmed
3
Peer Review
~3 weeks
4
Revision
If requested
5
Publication
Online & in issue
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Impact Factor
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Acceptance Rate
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Annual Submissions
3 wks
Review Turnaround
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the scope of AJOM?
AJOM publishes original, rigorous research — empirical and theoretical — that advances management theory, education, practice, and service in Africa, drawing on the continent’s indigenous knowledge and current realities.
How often is AJOM published?
AJOM publishes quarterly.
What is AJOM’s current academic standing?
AJOM is indexed in Scopus and rated 2★ on the Chartered ABS Academic Journal Guide, with a 2.1 Impact Factor.
What types of articles does AJOM accept?
Three categories: AJOM Research, AJOM Commentaries, and AJOM Essays. See Article Types → for full detail.
How do I submit a manuscript?
All manuscripts are submitted through the Taylor & Francis ScholarOne portal. See Submit a Manuscript → for the full process and checklist.
Article Types
Africa Journal of Management publishes three categories of manuscripts, each designed to serve a complementary function within the broader ecosystem of management scholarship on Africa.
AJOM Research
AJOM Research articles constitute the core of the journal's scholarly output. These are high-quality research articles that are clearly framed by, or contribute to, the development of management theory. Manuscripts in this category are expected to employ robust methodological designs—whether quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method—and to demonstrate a thorough command of the relevant theoretical and empirical literatures. Authors are encouraged to draw upon Africa's unique institutional, cultural, and socioeconomic contexts to generate insights that advance both local and global understanding of management phenomena.
AJOM Commentaries
AJOM Commentaries provide a forum for scholarly dialogue and intellectual engagement with previously published research. These contributions may take the form of critical discussions, constructive extensions, or alternative interpretations of findings reported in earlier AJOM articles or in the wider management literature. Commentaries play a vital role in sustaining rigorous academic discourse and in refining the conceptual and methodological foundations of Africa-focused management research.
AJOM Essays
AJOM Essays offer a platform for commentaries or grounded, contextualised research on the unique challenges in particular countries or about particular issues that can better inform the global academic community about the African context. Essays are particularly well-suited for contributions that bridge scholarly analysis and practical relevance, shedding light on emergent phenomena, policy implications, or under-researched national and regional settings.
Prospective authors are invited to consider which of these three formats best aligns with the nature and objectives of their contribution. The editorial team is available to provide guidance on manuscript categorisation prior to formal submission. Regardless of category, all manuscripts undergo rigorous double-blind peer review in accordance with AJOM's commitment to scholarly excellence.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I submit a manuscript that doesn’t fit one of the three categories?
Contact the editorial team for guidance — see Submit a Manuscript for contact details.
Is there a different review process for Commentaries or Essays?
No — all categories undergo the same rigorous double-blind peer review process.
What citation style does AJOM require?
APA (American Psychological Association) style is required for all submission types.
Can a Commentary respond to an article published in another journal?
Commentaries primarily engage with AJOM articles or the wider management literature; consult the editorial team for cross-journal engagement.
Editorial Team
Editorial leadership
| Role | Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|---|
| Founding Editor | Moses N. Kiggundu | Carleton University, Canada |
| Editor-in-Chief | Bruce T. Lamont | Florida State University, USA |
| Senior Associate Editor | Hermann Ndofor | Florida State University, USA |
Associate editors
The Associate Editor team comprises sixteen distinguished scholars spanning three continents. In 2026, AJOM welcomed four new appointments, further strengthening the journal's disciplinary breadth and geographic diversity.
Michael Abebe
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley, USA
Adeyinka Adewale New in 2026
Henley Business School, UK
Kenneth Amaeshi
University of Edinburgh, UK
Samuel Aryee
University of Surrey, UK
Nathaniel Boso
KNUST, Ghana
Nasima Carrim
University of Pretoria, South Africa
Francis Fabian
University of Memphis, USA
Yamlaksira Getachew New in 2026
Babson College, USA
Angela Hall
Michigan State University, USA
Joerg Hofstetter
Kedge Business School, France
David Littlewood
University of Sheffield, UK
Anastacia Mamabolo New in 2026
GIBS Business School, South Africa
Lilac Nachum
Strathmore University, Kenya
Jeff Naidoo New in 2026
University of Alabama, USA
Rebecca Namatovu-Dawa
Copenhagen Business School, Denmark
Amanuel Tekleab
Wayne State University, USA
The editorial governance of AJOM reflects a deliberate commitment to combining senior scholarly leadership with an expanding roster of internationally recognised associate editors and a globally distributed review board.
By the numbers
Editorial review board at a glance
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Global Reach
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Disciplines
Structure
Editorial governance
AJOM’s editorial governance operates on a tiered structure — a Founding Editor providing strategic continuity, an Editor-in-Chief overseeing day-to-day editorial direction, Senior and Associate Editors managing the review process for submissions within their areas of expertise, and a 100-member Editorial Review Board drawn from 92 universities across 19 countries providing the rigorous double-blind peer review that underpins the journal’s growing academic standing.
3 weeks
To first editorial decision
5%
Acceptance rate (highly selective)
2.1
Current Impact Factor
Journal Impact & Growth
The trajectory of AJOM over the past decade is one of the most compelling growth narratives in management publishing.
The trajectory of the Africa Journal of Management over the past decade constitutes one of the most compelling growth narratives in the field of management publishing. From its early years characterised by a modest submission volume and a 44% acceptance rate, AJOM has matured into a rigorously selective, Scopus-indexed journal with a 2.1 Impact Factor, a 5% acceptance rate, and over 450 annual submissions drawn from a global authorship base.
Milestones
Journal milestones, 2015 → 2025
Select a year to see the journal’s metrics at that point in its growth.
44%
Acceptance Rate
7,000
Downloads / Year
53
Submissions / Year
20
Articles Published
5%
Acceptance Rate
46,000
Downloads / Year
450+
Submissions / Year
2.1
Impact Factor
5–6%
Acceptance Rate
200,000
Downloads / Year
500
Submissions / Year
5.0
Impact Factor
| Metric | 2015 | 2025 | 5-Year Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJG Rating | — | 2★ | 3★ |
| Time to First Decision | — | 3 weeks | — |
| Post-Review Decision | — | 219 days | 80 days |
| Acceptance → Online Publication | — | — | 50 days |
| Backlog | 0 | Limited | 9 months |
Reach
Editorial review board reach
AJOM’s Editorial Review Board spans 19 countries across five global regions — North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.
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Articles / Year
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Countries
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Institutions
Content gap — AFAM input needed
The full list of the 19 represented countries isn’t in the source content yet. A real interactive map (highlighting each country) will replace this stat block once AFAM supplies the complete list.
Standing
Indexing & recognition
AJOM is abstracted and indexed in Scopus and is listed in the Chartered Association of Business Schools Academic Journal Guide (AJG) at the 2-star (2★) level. The editorial team has articulated a clear aspiration to achieve a 3-star (3★) AJG rating within the next five years.
Scopus
Abstracted and indexed since [year — pending AFAM confirmation].
AJG 2★ → 3★
Current Chartered ABS rating, with a five-year target of 3★.
Looking ahead
Future growth strategy
Achieving a 5.0 Impact Factor, 200,000 annual downloads, and a 500-submission pipeline would place AJOM firmly among the leading area-studies management journals globally — supported by a faster post-review decision process, a healthy nine-month publication backlog, and increased annual output of 30 articles.
Current & Forthcoming Issues
The trajectory of AJOM over the past decade is one of the most compelling growth narratives in management publishing.
Read the journal
Current and forthcoming issues of the Africa Journal of Management are published online with Taylor & Francis. Authors can also submit a manuscript through the same portal.
Submit a Manuscript
The Africa Journal of Management welcomes submissions from scholars worldwide who seek to advance management knowledge about, from, and within Africa. We encourage both established and emerging researchers to contribute to the journal's growing body of rigorous, contextually grounded scholarship.
Before you begin
Submission checklist
- ✓ Manuscript aligns with AJOM’s aims and scope, demonstrating clear engagement with management phenomena in African contexts
- ✓ Manuscript category identified: AJOM Research, AJOM Commentary, or AJOM Essay
- ✓ Formatted in APA referencing style
- ✓ Not under simultaneous review at any other journal
- ✓ Prepared for double-blind peer review (no identifying author information in the manuscript body)
Unsure which category fits your work? Review Article Types →
What happens next
Submission process timeline
1
Prepare
Per checklist
2
Submit
ScholarOne portal
3
Screening
Category confirmed
4
Peer Review
~3 weeks
5
Revision
If requested
6
Publication
Online & in issue
Peer review process
AJOM is committed to providing authors with a timely and constructive review experience. The journal currently achieves a three-week turnaround for first editorial decisions, placing it among the fastest-responding management journals globally.
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Weeks to first editorial decision
Integrity
Publishing ethics
AJOM upholds the highest standards of scholarly integrity. Submitted manuscripts must represent original, unpublished work and must not be under simultaneous review at any other journal. All submissions are evaluated through a rigorous double-blind peer review process designed to ensure fairness, originality, and academic rigor.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit my manuscript?
All manuscripts are submitted electronically through the Taylor & Francis ScholarOne Manuscripts portal at tandfonline.com/journals/rajm20.
What referencing style does AJOM require?
APA (American Psychological Association) style.
How long until I hear back after submitting?
AJOM currently achieves a three-week turnaround for first editorial decisions.
Can I submit the same manuscript to another journal at the same time?
No — manuscripts must not be under simultaneous review at any other journal.
Who do I contact with pre-submission questions?
The editorial team is available at ajom@africaacademyofmanagement.org.
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