South African Journal of African Languages

metrics 2024

Pioneering research in the vibrant world of African linguistics.

Introduction

The South African Journal of African Languages, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a premier academic resource dedicated to the advancement of research in the fields of linguistics, language, and literary theory. Since its inception in 1996, this journal has been pivotal in fostering scholarly discourse around African languages, contributing significantly to our understanding of cultural and linguistic diversity across the continent. With its impressive categorization in 2023 as Q2 in Linguistics and Language and Q1 in Literature and Literary Theory, the journal attracts high-quality research and innovative perspectives, positioning itself among the leading publications in the relevant academic arenas. Researchers and students alike will find valuable insights within its pages, as it consistently ranks in the top percentiles of Scopus, notably achieving an 81st percentile in Literature and Literary Theory. The journal is committed to enhancing accessibility to research, although it currently does not offer Open Access options. Its scope includes an array of topics related to language policy, linguistic preservation, and literary critique, making it an essential resource for those engaged in the rich tapestry of African linguistics and literature.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.26
Journal Impact Factor0.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.30
H-Index12
Journal IF Without Self0.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.15
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life9.20
Citing Half Life18.90
JCI0.33
Total Documents706
WOS Total Citations171
SCIMAGO Total Citations307
SCIMAGO SELF Citations74
Scopus Journal Rank0.26
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.36
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.43
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.41

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Literature and Literary Theory in Arts and Humanities
Rank #207/1106
Percentile 81.28
Quartile Q1
Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #529/1088
Percentile 51.38
Quartile Q2
Linguistics and Language in Social Sciences
Rank #609/1167
Percentile 47.81
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS
Rank 234/393
Percentile 40.46
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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