Journal of Psychology in Africa (JPA)

Findings from psychological research in Africa and related regions needs a forum for better dissemination and utilisation in the context of development. Special emphasis is placed on the consideration of African, African-American, Asian, Caribbean, and Hispanic-Latino realities and problems. Contributions should attempt a synthesis of emic and etic methodologies and applications. The Journal of Psychology in Africa includes original articles, review articles, book reviews, commentaries, special issues, case analyses, reports and announcements.The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, brief reports, and special issue contributions that address contemporary psychological challenges such as mental health, developmental psychology, social behavior, and community wellbeing. A distinctive feature of the journal is its emphasis on culturally relevant research, promoting studies that reflect indigenous knowledge systems, local contexts, and cross cultural perspectives. With a rigorous peer review process, the journal ensures high academic standards and contributes to evidence based practices in psychology. Indexed in major databases including Web of Science, it holds a moderate impact factor and is recognized globally. It serves researchers, clinicians, and policymakers interested in psychological development and social transformation, particularly in emerging and developing regions.

Journal of Psychology in Africa (JPA) is :-

• International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, Behavioral Sciences, Social Psychology, Mental Health, Cross-cultural and African Studies, mental health, developmental psychology, social behavior, community wellbeing, The journal encourages interdisciplinary contributions that integrate psychology with social, cultural, educational, health sciences, promoting studies that reflect indigenous knowledge systems, local contexts, cross cultural perspectives , Online , Bi-Monthly Journal

• UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN E-ISSN: 1433-0237, Established: 1991,
• Does Not Provide Crossref DOI

• Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE