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Southern Journal for Contemporary History
University of the Free State · South Africa · Est. 2002
ISSN2415-0509
SJR Q3✓ Scopus / SJR
12
/ 100
High Risk
Score Breakdown
✓ Scopus Q3+12
Total12
Journal Impact Factor
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SJR Score
0.132
H-Index
12
SNIP
1.009
Total Works
854
Total Citations
1,317
2yr Mean Citedness
0.53
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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles
The Southern Journal for Contemporary History publishes articles on contemporary historical and political topics concerning sub-Saharan Africa, with a particular focus on South Africa since 1945. It also considers review articles and book reviews, and special editions may include topics predating 1945. The journal is published in English and Afrikaans.
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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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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
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Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
History
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
South African History and CultureAfrican history and culture studiesAfrican studies and sociopolitical issuesLegal Issues in South AfricaReformed Theology and GovernanceMilitary, Security, and Education StudiesArchaeology and Rock Art StudiesGlobal Peace and Security DynamicsAfrican cultural and philosophical studiesInternational Development and Aid