Michigan State University Press · United States · Est. 1977
ISSN1535-6574
SJR Q3✓ Scopus / SJR
12
/ 100
High Risk
Score Breakdown
✓ Scopus Q3+12
Total12
Journal Impact Factor
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SJR Score
0.125
H-Index
26
Total Works
774
Total Citations
3,623
2yr Mean Citedness
0.00
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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles
This journal focuses on the history, culture, and politics of Northeast Africa, with a particular emphasis on Ethiopia and Sudan. Articles examine themes such as national identity, cultural heritage, foreign policy, social structures, and the impact of conflict and political change on various populations. The journal also explores issues related to gender, labor, and transnational relations within the region.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Cultural StudiesQ3
HistoryQ3
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
HistoryCultural Studies
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
African history and culture analysisAfrican history and culture studiesGlobal Maritime and Colonial HistoriesRangeland Management and Livestock EcologyAfrican studies and sociopolitical issuesHistorical and Contemporary Political DynamicsGlobal Peace and Security DynamicsItalian Fascism and Post-war SocietyIslamic Studies and HistoryPolitical Conflict and Governance