African Journal of Business Ethics

metrics 2024

Advancing Responsible Business in the African Context

Introduction

African Journal of Business Ethics is a premier interdisciplinary journal dedicated to the exploration and dissemination of knowledge related to ethical practices in the field of business across the African continent. Published by SUNJOURNALS, this open-access journal has been committed to promoting scholarly integrity and ethical approaches in commerce since its establishment in 2014. Its aim is to provide researchers, industry professionals, and students with a platform for critical engagement with contemporary ethical issues, fostering a vibrant dialogue that bridges academic and real-world concerns. With its accessible format, the journal encourages a diverse range of perspectives and contributions, making it an essential resource for those invested in ethical business practices and corporate responsibility in Africa. The journal's dedication to advancing ethical discourse plays a crucial role in shaping responsible business strategies and policies in the dynamic socio-economic landscape of the continent.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor0.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.70
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self0.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.02
Influence0.26
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life-
Citing Half Life6.50
JCI0.09
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations66
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

BUSINESS
Rank 267/302
Percentile 11.80
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

BUSINESS
Rank 274/302
Percentile 9.27
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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