AFRICAN ECONOMIC HISTORY

Scope & Guideline

Charting the Course of Africa's Economic Evolution

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of AFRICAN ECONOMIC HISTORY through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore AFRICAN ECONOMIC HISTORY in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageMulti-Language
ISSN0145-2258
PublisherUNIV WISCONSIN MADISON, AFRICAN STUDIES PROGRAM
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Converge1976, 1981, from 1999 to 2024
AbbreviationAFR ECON HIST / Afr. Econ. Hist.
Frequency1 issue/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
Address205 INGRAHAM HALL, 1155 OBSERVATORY DR, MADISON, WI 53706

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'African Economic History' is dedicated to exploring the economic dimensions of Africa's past, focusing on how historical events and processes have shaped contemporary economic structures and practices. It brings together interdisciplinary perspectives to enrich the understanding of economic history on the continent.
  1. Economic Sovereignty and Colonial Legacies:
    The journal emphasizes the exploration of economic sovereignty in post-colonial contexts, examining how historical colonial practices continue to influence present-day economic conditions and power dynamics in African nations.
  2. Political Economy of Historical Contexts:
    A core focus lies in the political economy of Africa, investigating the interplay between political structures and economic activities throughout various historical periods, including colonial and post-colonial eras.
  3. Labor Relations and Gender Dynamics:
    The journal examines labor relations, particularly the roles and experiences of women in economic history, highlighting shifts in labor practices and their socio-economic implications across different timeframes.
  4. Resource Management and Economic Development:
    Exploration of how natural resources have been managed and exploited throughout history, and their impact on economic development and societal structures in African countries.
  5. Interdisciplinary Approaches to African History:
    The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that integrates economic history with sociology, anthropology, and political science to provide a more comprehensive understanding of Africa's economic past.
Recent publications in the journal indicate emerging themes that reflect contemporary academic discourse and socio-economic challenges faced by African nations. These trends highlight an evolving understanding of Africa's economic history and its relevance to current issues.
  1. Neocolonialism and Economic Autonomy:
    A significant trend is the examination of neocolonialism and its impacts on economic sovereignty, particularly in South Africa. This theme is gaining traction as scholars explore how historical colonial practices continue to shape economic dependencies.
  2. Gender and Economic History:
    The focus on gender dynamics within economic history is emerging as a prominent theme, with increasing research on women's labor relations and their historical roles in shaping economies across Africa.
  3. Historical Perspectives on Contemporary Economic Issues:
    There is a growing trend to relate historical economic analyses to contemporary issues, such as land politics, resource management, and economic development strategies, providing historical context for modern challenges.
  4. Cultural and Social Influences on Economic Practices:
    Emerging themes include the investigation of cultural and social factors that influence economic practices, highlighting the importance of local contexts in understanding economic history.
  5. Environmental and Resource Economics:
    Research focusing on the historical management of natural resources and its implications for economic development is becoming increasingly relevant, reflecting a broader interest in sustainability and environmental economics.

Declining or Waning

While the journal has maintained a strong focus on various themes, some areas have shown a decline in publication frequency, reflecting shifts in research interests and priorities within the field of African economic history.
  1. Traditional Economic Metrics:
    There appears to be a waning interest in traditional economic metrics and quantitative analyses, as scholars increasingly favor qualitative approaches that emphasize narrative and contextual understanding of economic phenomena.
  2. Colonial Economic Policies:
    Research specifically centered on colonial economic policies has declined, suggesting a shift towards broader thematic explorations that integrate colonial legacies with contemporary economic issues rather than focusing solely on historical policy analysis.
  3. Narrow Regional Studies:
    There is a noticeable decrease in studies that focus narrowly on specific regions or countries, indicating a trend towards more comparative and continental perspectives that seek to draw connections across different African contexts.

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