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Become a PARJ.AFRICA Reviewer

Join a trusted community of African scholars shaping high‑quality research. Reviewers receive clear timelines, structured rubrics, and recognition for their contributions.

Transparent review criteria Flexible review windows Editorial support

Reviewer Snapshot

Typical Turnaround

7–21 days depending on manuscript complexity.

Structured Rubric

Quality, originality, methodology, and African relevance.

Recognition

Certificates and annual reviewer acknowledgement list.

Who Should Apply

  • PhD holders or equivalent professional experience
  • Active researchers with recent publications
  • Editors, lecturers, and domain experts

Review Commitments

  • Provide fair, constructive feedback
  • Declare conflicts of interest
  • Respect confidentiality requirements

What You Receive

  • Reviewer certificates and badges
  • Editorial mentorship and training
  • Priority access to calls for papers

Review Process

1

Application & Vetting

We verify expertise, publications, and availability.

2

Assignment

Editors assign manuscripts aligned with your expertise.

3

Structured Review

Complete the rubric and provide recommendations.

4

Editorial Decision

Editors consolidate reviews and communicate decisions.

Apply to Become a Reviewer

Share your expertise and availability. Our team will reach out within 3–5 working days.

We respect confidentiality and only assign manuscripts matching your expertise.