African Journal of Inter/Multidisciplinary Studies

About the Journal

The African Journal of Inter/Multidisciplinary Studies (ISSN: 2663-4589) is an open access journal that publishes interdisciplinary research from diverse academic disciplines. The journal welcomes contributions from various academic disciplines. Since the aim is to promote interdisciplinary studies, submitted articles should demonstrate the potential for interdisciplinary research and should appeal to a wide variety of readers. The journal publishes full research articles in the fields of humanities, social sciences as well as science-related studies that could demonstrate interdisciplinary scope from different disciplines. The journal also publishes peer-reviewed short articles/commentaries where topical issues are discussed without empirical research.

Current Issue

Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): African Journal of Inter/Multidisciplinary Studies (AJIMS)

Issue in Progress

Published: 01-01-2024

Articles

Exploring the Aesthetic Applications of Expanded Polystyrene: An Interdisciplinary Review

Ene Awodi, Kehinde Christopher Adewumi

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An Existential Phenomenological Approach on Folklore as South Africa’s Wealth in Context

Mlamli Diko

1-10
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Schools and Occupational Health and Safety: Perspectives for Developing Countries

Cheryl Rielander, Thea Visser, Elriza Esterhuyzen

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South African Sign Language (SASL) Interpreter Portrayal on SABC 1 News Bulletin: What Do Viewers Think?

Silindile Ntombela, Maleshoane Rapeane-Mathonsi, Litšepiso Matlosa

1-12
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Physical Activity Levels During SARS-Cov2- Pandemic: A Focus on South African Data from the ‘Activity and Health During the SARS-Cov-2 Pandemic’ (ASAP) Study

Adelle Kemlall Bhundoo, Jan Wilke, Julian David Pillay

1-13
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The Effect of Organisational Learning on Business Performance of SMMES in the Western Region of Ghana

Luther-King Junior Zogli, Johnson Yeboah

1-13
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Engaging Creativity as an Alternative for Sustainable Inclusion and Integration in Schools: Visual Participatory Approach

Theresia Joakim Kanyopa, Matseliso Mokhele Makgalwa

1-13
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Benefits and Challenges of Research Commercialisation in South Africa: A Systemic Review

Mapula Razwinani, Ndivhuho Tshikovhi, Keolebogile Shirley Motaung

1-10
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Sepedi Language Speakers’ Perceptions and Experiences of South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act, with Specific Reference to the Banking Industry

Khutso Makuwa, Gary Collins

1-10
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Enabling the Economics of African Languages in Language Policies of South Africa and Zimbabwe

Liqhwa Siziba, Busani Maseko

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Indigenous Language Policy in Academic Writing at South African Higher Education: The Issue of Publishing and Accessing Scientific Materials in Setswana

Kgomotso Theledi, Stephen Masote

1-10
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A Museum Theatre Approach to Museum Communication in Durban, South Africa

Daniel Omoruan, Osakue Stevenson Omoera, Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo

1-10
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Challenges Faced by National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Graduates in Repaying Loans and Debt: A Content Analysis

Sakhiseni Joseph Yende

1-13
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A Call for the Institutionalisation of School Social Work Services in the O.R. Tambo Inland Secondary Schools to Counter the Psycho-Social ills Among Learners

Asanda Boboyi

1-13
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Internal Management Systems and Supply Chain Relationship Commitment in State-Owned Enterprise in Gauteng Province

Pfanelo Nematatani, Elizabeth Chinomona

1-15
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On ‘Becoming’ Contemplative Academic Development Practitioners: Reflections through Collaborative Autoethnography

Rosaline Govender, Delysia Timm

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Rural Women Entrepreneurship in South Africa: Issues and Challenges

Gift Donga, Tendai Chimucheka

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South African Politics and Online Electioneering Discourses in Selected Social Media Sites in Phuthaditjhaba

Bright Sinyonde

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Leveraging Covert Curriculum in the Nurturing of Entrepreneurial Mindsets among Higher Education Students

Timothy Aduojo Obaje

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Induction-Phase Challenges Faced by South African Higher Education Students: A Case Study of Sol Plaatje University

Felix Awung, Alan Felix, Wiets Botes, Raymond Fru, Tiani Wepener , Richard Moloele

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The Effects of Demographic Factors on Professional Career Success: An Investigation of Higher Education Staff in South Africa

Danielle Ngo Ndjama, Johan van der Westhuizen

1-13
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The Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Financial Performance in a Selected Medium-Sized Clothing Manufacturing Organization in South Africa

Itumeleng Judith Maome, Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo

1-11
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The Role of Traditional Leadership in Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Seke Community, Zimbabwe

Blessing Hodzi

1-11
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Special Issue 1

Editorial - Advancing African Women in Academia: Charting Modern Solutions

Grace Temiloluwa Agbede, Nereshnee Govender, Daisy Pillay

1-3
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Sisterhood in Academia - Storying our Experiences in Higher Education

Nereshee Govender, Nonhlanhla P Khumalo, Grace Temiloluwa Agbede

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Be Your Sister’s Keeper: Personal Experience of Travelling a Lonely Journey in Academia

Duduzile Mzindle

1-8
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Gendering the Decision-Making Positions in Higher Education: A Cross-Sectional Gender Audit in Three Selected Universities in Malawi

Juliet Chiwaya Kamwendo

1-10
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My Hijab Covers my Mane, Not My Mind: Challenges Facing South African Muslim Women Academics

Quraisha Dawood

1-9
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A Narrative Inquiry to Explore Lived Experiences of Women Pursuing PhDs in South Africa

Lianne Keiller, Abigail Ruth Dreyer

1-8
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Mentoring as a Form of Transformation in Academia

Hleliwe Khumalo, Ayanda Kevin Ndlovu

1-10
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The Importance of Mentorship Opportunities for Women in Academia: A Systematic Review

Zintle Ntshongwana

1-12
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Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Mentoring as Support for African Women’s Academic Career Trajectories

Renitha Rampersad

1-12
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A Conceptual Framework for Mentorship Support to Early-Career Black Women Academics in South Africa

Maréve Biljohn, Tatenda Shaleen Marange, Aliza le Roux, Kathleen Schroeder

1-15
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Special Issue 2

Editorial: Universities as Thinking Spaces for Society: Moving from Welfare to Development

Olajumoke Ogunsanya, Emem Anwana, Nolwazi Dlamini

1-2
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Wrestling with the Present to Re-Imagine the Future of Social Entrepreneurship in Social Work: A South African Context

Goitseone Leburu, Rebecca Skhosana

1-13
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“Just Shut Up and Take It”: South African University Students on Sexual Harassment

Sahara Jagath, Vijay Hamlall

1-11
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University Entrepreneurship Programmes and their Implications for Youth Development in South Africa’s Developmental Agenda: Case Studies from KwaZulu Natal

Olajumoke Ogunsanya, Emem Anwana, Nomfundo Mthembu

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ThriveZA-Nurturing Sustainable Entrepreneurship for South African Youth: A Review

Sasi Gangiah

1-15
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An Exploration and Description of the Impact of COVID-19 on Women's Employment in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Catharina Womack, Penny Orton

1-11
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Challenges Facing Street Vendors in Durban and the Role of The Law: A Means to Empowering Women

Noluthando Perceviarance Ndaba, Karunanidhi Reddy

1-11
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Dysfunctional Social Systems, Experiential Traits and Sheer Wickedness: Interrogating the Vicissitudes of Criminal Violence in South Africa

Omololu Fagbadebo, Martin Kabange, Zwelithini Zwane, Judell Joseph, Hlengiwe Mabizela

1-15
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Men’s Perspectives on Gender-Based Violence and the Economic Empowerment Imbalances between Men and Women in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Emem Anwana, Nolwazi Dlamini, Maliga Reddy

1-15
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Internal Migration: An Analysis of Associated Risks and Vulnerabilities of Women and Youth in KwaZulu-Natal

Nolwazi Dlamini, Emem Anwana, Maliga Reddy

1-13
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