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African Citizen Engagement in Public Admin (Public
African Citizen Engagement in Public Admin (Public is a peer‑reviewed scholarly journal published under the Pan‑African Research Journals (PARJ) platform, advancing African‑centred and global research.
Open access
Peer reviewed
Continuous publishing
Call for papers
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We welcome original research, reviews, and policy analysis aligned with the journal scope.
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We prioritise clear reporting, transparent methods, and responsible citation practices to strengthen the evidence base for African scholarship.
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Rigorous peer review
Continuous publishing
Author guidelines
Formatting, data availability, and reporting guidance for authors.
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Publication ethicsFocus areas
Curated coverageInterdisciplinary research
- Cross-sectoral approaches
- Evidence-based practice
- Applied research methods
Regional studies
- African development contexts
- Policy and governance
- Societal transformation
Innovation and impact
- Public engagement
- Research translation
- Sustainable development goals