African Journal of Business Ethics
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Voices for Ethical Business Practices
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Business Ethics in the African Context:
The journal focuses on understanding business ethics as it applies specifically to the African socio-economic landscape, addressing the unique challenges and cultural factors that influence ethical practices in business. - Corporate Governance and Accountability:
There is a strong emphasis on corporate governance issues, particularly how companies in Africa can implement ethical practices and accountability measures, including the role of directors and the impact of legislation. - Social Justice and Corporate Responsibility:
The journal explores the intersection of business and social justice, examining how businesses engage with social advocacy and the implications of corporate actions on marginalized communities. - Human Resource Management and Ethics:
Another core area is the ethical implications of human resource management practices, particularly concerning employee rights, workplace conditions, and the moral responsibilities of organizations. - Research Methodologies in Business Ethics:
The journal encourages diverse research methodologies, including qualitative approaches like autoethnography, to deepen the understanding of ethical issues in business.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Legislation on Whistleblower Protection:
Recent articles emphasize the inadequacies of current legislation in protecting whistleblowers, showcasing a growing concern for ethical practices within governance frameworks and the need for reform. - Intersection of Business and Social Justice:
There is an increasing focus on how businesses engage with social justice issues, particularly in relation to corporate responsibility and the ethical implications of business operations on disadvantaged communities. - Humanization in the Workplace:
Emerging discussions around the humanization of work environments reflect a trend towards prioritizing employee well-being and ethical treatment in human resource practices, influenced by sociocultural factors. - Collaboration and Empathy in Organizations:
The trend towards collaborative approaches and the cultivation of empathy within organizations suggests a shift in how companies view their ethical responsibilities towards employees and stakeholders. - Racial and Economic Inequality in Business Practices:
The exploration of racial capitalism and its implications for economic empowerment policies indicates a growing recognition of the need to address systemic inequalities within business ethics discussions.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Corporate Ethics:
There seems to be a waning emphasis on conventional corporate ethics discussions, such as compliance and regulatory frameworks, which may be overshadowed by more pressing issues like social justice and human rights. - Focus on Profit Maximization:
The discourse around business ethics that centers predominantly on profit maximization and shareholder value is less prevalent, indicating a broader recognition of the importance of stakeholder engagement and corporate social responsibility. - Theoretical Abstract Discussions:
There is a noticeable decline in highly theoretical or abstract discussions of ethics without practical application, as recent publications lean more towards empirical research and case studies that address real-world implications.
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