About the Journal

Health Innovation Journal Africa (HIJ Africa) is a peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal committed to advancing the field of healthcare by disseminating high-quality research, innovations, and transformative practices relevant to the African continent. The journal provides an interdisciplinary platform for researchers, clinicians, technologists, and policymakers to share evidence-based solutions that address real-world healthcare challenges in Africa.

Focus and Scope HIJ Africa aims to promote innovation, scientific rigor, and collaboration in health and related fields. The journal prioritizes research that bridges the gap between local health needs and global scientific advancements. We publish original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case studies, and expert commentaries in areas including but not limited to:

  • Medicine and Clinical Sciences

  • Public Health and Epidemiology

  • Health Informatics and Digital Health

  • Biomedical Sciences

  • Allied Health Sciences

  • Nursing and Midwifery

  • Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • Health Policy and Health Systems Research

  • Behavioral and Social Sciences in Health

  • Dentistry and Oral Health Sciences

  • Laboratory and Diagnostic Sciences

  • Mental Health and Psychological Sciences

  • Biostatistics and Medical Research Methodology

  • Environmental and Occupational Health

Frequency HIJ Africa is published quarterly, releasing four issues per year.

Medium HIJ Africa is an online, open-access journal. Language of Publication: English

Open Access Policy All HIJ Africa articles are freely accessible under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). Readers may read, download, copy, distribute, or link to full texts without permission, provided proper citation is given.

Copyright Notice Authors retain copyright of their work while granting HIJ Africa a non-exclusive license to publish and distribute it under CC BY 4.0. Authors must obtain permissions for any reused copyrighted material.

Peer Review Process HIJ Africa follows a double-blind peer review procedure. All submissions are evaluated by at least two independent experts to ensure scientific rigor, originality, and regional relevance. The editorial board oversees ethical conduct and timely communication.

Ethics and Publication Policy HIJ Africa adheres to the ethical guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). Studies involving human or animal subjects must include institutional ethical approval and informed consent documentation.

Privacy Statement HIJ Africa protects the privacy of authors, reviewers, and readers. Personal data collected during submission or registration is used exclusively for editorial purposes and will not be shared except as required for indexing or compliance.

Archiving Policy HIJ Africa ensures long-term digital preservation through:

  • PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN)

  • LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) This safeguards continuous access to published content.

Sponsorship & Funding HIJ Africa operates on a self-sustaining model supported by Article Processing Charges (APCs). No external sponsors influence editorial decisions.

APC Information:

  • African Authors: USD 100 [Adjust this figure as needed]

  • International Authors: USD 150

  • Waiver policy available for authors from low-resource settings. (Complete details available on the Author Instructions page.)

Journal History HIJ Africa was launched in 2025 with the vision of becoming a leading voice in African health innovation. The journal is managed by an independent editorial board comprising national and international experts in healthcare, research, and policy.