JOURNAL OF MODERN AFRICAN STUDIES

metrics 2024

Bridging Disciplines to Decode Africa's Modern Realities

Introduction

JOURNAL OF MODERN AFRICAN STUDIES, published by CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS, is a premier academic journal that has been a cornerstone for interdisciplinary research on contemporary issues facing Africa since its inception in 1963. With an ISSN of 0022-278X and an E-ISSN of 1469-7777, this journal plays a critical role in shaping the discourse around African studies, encompassing vital topics in Geography, Planning and Development and Sociology and Political Science. The journal holds a commendable Q2 quartile ranking in both fields, indicating its solid reputation and influence, with Scopus ranks reflecting its academic impact within the top echelons of social sciences. The journal’s commitment to quality scholarship aims to foster a deeper understanding of socio-political dynamics, cultural transformations, and economic developments across the continent. While it does not offer open access, its rigorous peer-review process ensures that contributions are impactful and relevant to researchers, professionals, and students alike. The JOURNAL OF MODERN AFRICAN STUDIES continues to be essential reading for anyone engaged in the ever-evolving narratives of modern Africa.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.42
Journal Impact Factor1.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.40
H-Index66
Journal IF Without Self1.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.14
Influence0.61
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life19.70
Citing Half Life9.10
JCI1.24
Total Documents637
WOS Total Citations1513
SCIMAGO Total Citations2684
SCIMAGO SELF Citations172
Scopus Journal Rank0.42
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.26
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.44
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.51

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #572/1466
Percentile 60.98
Quartile Q2
Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #432/821
Percentile 47.38
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

AREA STUDIES
Rank 28/176
Percentile 84.40
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

AREA STUDIES
Rank 38/176
Percentile 78.41
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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