Development Southern Africa
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Research for a Resilient Southern Africa
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Socio-economic development studies:
The journal publishes research that investigates various aspects of socio-economic development, including poverty alleviation, employment generation, and the impact of government policies on local communities. - Environmental sustainability and climate change:
Research focusing on the intersection of development and environmental sustainability is a core area, examining how climate change affects livelihoods and the effectiveness of adaptation strategies. - Urban and rural development:
The journal explores issues related to urbanization, rural livelihoods, and the role of agriculture in economic development, highlighting the challenges faced by communities across different settings. - Health and education:
The impacts of health and education on socio-economic outcomes are frequently addressed, with studies assessing access, quality, and the role of these sectors in promoting development. - Governance and policy analysis:
Development Southern Africa emphasizes the analysis of governance structures and policy frameworks, including participatory approaches and the implications of policy decisions on marginalized communities. - Entrepreneurship and innovation:
The journal explores entrepreneurship as a catalyst for economic growth, focusing on small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and their role in the development landscape of Southern Africa.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on socio-economic systems:
A significant increase in studies addressing the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on various sectors, including tourism, health, and education, reflects the urgency to understand and recover from the crisis. - Sustainable urban development:
Emerging research focuses on sustainable urban practices, including urban agriculture and waste management, emphasizing the need for resilience in rapidly urbanizing areas. - Green energy and climate resilience:
There is a growing emphasis on the transition to green energy and the implications for climate resilience, with studies exploring community-based approaches to energy access. - Youth employment and empowerment:
Research on youth employability programs and empowerment strategies is increasingly prominent, highlighting the need to address youth unemployment and its socio-economic implications. - Informal economy dynamics:
The dynamics of the informal economy, including the role of informal enterprises in economic recovery and development, are gaining attention as critical components of the broader economic landscape. - Community engagement and participatory development:
There is a noticeable trend towards participatory approaches in development, emphasizing community involvement in decision-making processes and local development initiatives.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional agricultural practices:
Research on conventional agricultural practices has declined, perhaps in favor of studies focusing on sustainable agriculture and urban agriculture, reflecting a shift towards more contemporary issues. - Macro-economic analysis:
There appears to be a reduced emphasis on broad macro-economic analysis, as the journal increasingly prioritizes micro-level studies that examine local economic impacts and community-level interventions. - Historical development studies:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused on historical perspectives of development, which may suggest a growing preference for current and forward-looking analyses. - Gender-specific studies in isolation:
While gender issues remain relevant, there is a decline in studies that solely focus on gender without integrating broader socio-economic contexts, indicating a shift towards intersectional approaches. - Quantitative analysis without qualitative insights:
The prevalence of purely quantitative studies seems to be waning, as there is a growing recognition of the importance of qualitative insights to complement and enrich empirical findings.
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