About the Journal

The Pan-African Journal of Health and Psychological Sciences (PAJHPS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal committed to advancing scholarship and practice in the fields of public health, psychology, mental health, and allied health sciences. Founded in 2025, the journal was established to meet the growing demand for culturally grounded, Africa-led research that responds to both local and global health and psychological challenges.

Published by the African Alliance for Research, Advocacy and Innovation (AARAI), PAJHPS provides a dynamic platform for the dissemination of innovative research, theoretical perspectives, clinical insights, and community-based approaches that shape policy and improve human wellbeing.

With a Pan-African orientation and a global outlook, PAJHPS welcomes submissions from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and academics across the African continent and the world. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to:

  • Public health systems and health promotion

  • Behavioral and mental health interventions

  • Community psychology and psychosocial support

  • Allied health education and workforce development

  • Psycho-trauma, resilience, and healing in African and global contexts

  • Global and comparative health psychology

Open Access Policy

PAJHPS adheres to the principles of open access publishing. All articles are freely accessible online without any subscription or payment barriers. Authors retain full copyright of their work and grant the journal the right of first publication. This model ensures equitable access to knowledge and promotes the broadest possible dissemination of research findings.

Copyright and Licensing

All published content in PAJHPS is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), unless otherwise stated. This license allows for the sharing and adaptation of work, provided appropriate credit is given to the original authors. Authors retain full copyright while granting the journal the non-exclusive right to publish their work.

Privacy Statement

PAJHPS is committed to protecting the privacy of its authors and readers. Names, email addresses, and personal information entered into the journal’s website will be used solely for the purposes of this journal and will not be disclosed to third parties.

Sponsorship and Funding

PAJHPS is currently funded through internal resources and academic volunteerism provided by the African Alliance for Research, Advocacy and Innovation. The journal welcomes collaborations and sponsorships from universities, non-governmental organizations, and research institutions interested in supporting the growth of African scholarship.

Archiving Policy

In support of long-term digital preservation, PAJHPS utilizes the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) and CLOCKSS archival systems. These mechanisms ensure the permanent safeguarding of all published content.

Journal Details

Journal Name: Pan-African Journal of Health and Psychological Sciences (PAJHPS)
ISSN: (To be assigned)
Publication Frequency: Quarterly (4 issues per year)
Website: https://www.pajhps.org
Publisher: African Alliance for Research, Advocacy and Innovation
Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Eric Kwasi Elliason
Contact Email: editor@pajhps.org

Postal Address:
West Windy Ridge
Takoradi, Western Region
Ghana, West Africa