About the Journal

The Journal of the Namibia Scientific Society (ISSN: 1018-7677) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary scientific journal published annually by the Namibia Scientific Society. Established in 1925, the journal provides a longstanding platform for the dissemination of original research and scholarly work relevant to Namibia, the Southern African region, and the broader international scientific community and is distributed to libraries in various countries, e.g. Germany, South Africa, Kenya, Australia, Switzerland and USA. In currently 72 volumes.

Aims and Scope

The journal publishes high-quality contributions across a wide range of scientific disciplines, with particular emphasis on research that advances knowledge in and about Namibia and comparable environments. Submissions may include original research articles, review papers, and other scholarly contributions that demonstrate scientific rigor, originality, and relevance.

The journal encourages interdisciplinary work and welcomes submissions from both local and international researchers.

Editorial Board and International Participation

The journal is guided by an editorial board comprising experienced scholars and professionals from both Namibia and the international academic community. This includes members affiliated with institutions such as the University of Namibia, Namibia University of Science and Technology, and internationally recognized institutions including Arizona State University and the University of Hamburg.

This combination of local expertise and international participation ensures that the journal maintains high academic standards while remaining globally relevant and regionally grounded.

Peer Review

All submissions undergo a rigorous single-blind peer review process conducted by independent experts in the relevant field. The journal is committed to ensuring fairness, objectivity, and confidentiality throughout the review process.

Open Access and Accessibility

The journal is published using Open Journal Systems and provides online access to its content. Each article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) through Crossref to ensure persistent identification and discoverability.

Publication Frequency

The Journal of the Namibia Scientific Society is published annually. The journal is committed to maintaining a consistent publication schedule.

Ethics and Standards

The journal adheres to internationally recognized standards of publication ethics and follows the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics. All submissions are expected to comply with the journal’s policies on plagiarism, conflicts of interest, and responsible use of artificial intelligence.

Audience

The journal serves researchers, academics, practitioners, and policymakers interested in scientific developments relevant to Namibia, Southern Africa, and comparable global contexts.

Indexing and Visibility

The Journal of the Namibia Scientific Society is committed to increasing its international visibility and accessibility and is actively working towards inclusion in major abstracting and indexing databases.

History and Legacy

With a publication history spanning a century, the journal represents one of Namibia’s oldest scientific publications. It continues to play an important role in documenting and advancing scientific knowledge in the region while adapting to contemporary standards of scholarly publishing.