The ''Canadian Journal of African Studies'' is a triannual peer-reviewed

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covering

African studies African studies is the study of Africa, especially the continent's cultures and societies (as opposed to its geology, geography, zoology, etc.). The field includes the study of Africa's history (pre-colonial, colonial, post-colonial), demography ...

that was established in 1967. It is published by the Canadian Association of African Studies. Articles are published in English or French and cover the areas of anthropology, political economy, history, geography, and development. In addition to "Research Articles", the journal includes a section called "Debate and Commentary" that presents divergent viewpoints on current issues. Another section called “Research Note" permits contributors to discuss the latest writing, opinion, and research sources on African issues. A

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and review essay section provides critiques of recent books and reports. In 2009, the journal added an online format at the

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. In 2012, publication moved to

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. Back issues are available online at JSTOR.

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* African studies journals Triannual journals Publications established in 1967 Multilingual journals Taylor & Francis academic journals Academic journals associated with learned and professional societies of Canada University of Alberta {{africa-journal-stub