Aim and Scope
Sub-Saharan Journal of Philosophy and Ethics (SSJPE) is a double-blind peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing research in philosophy, ethics, and related disciplines. The journal publishes high-quality empirical, theoretical, and critical scholarship that contributes to philosophical inquiry, ethical reflection, and contemporary debates, with particular emphasis on African thought, indigenous knowledge systems, and issues relevant to Sub-Saharan Africa.
The journal provides a platform for philosophers, ethicists, researchers, academics, and practitioners to examine enduring and emerging moral, social, political, legal, and environmental questions through diverse philosophical perspectives.
Scope of the Journal
The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, critical essays, and theoretical papers in, but not limited to, the following areas:
- African Philosophy
- African Metaphysics and Epistemology
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems
- Moral Philosophy and Ethical Theory
- Ubuntu and Relational Ethics
- Social and Political Philosophy
- Philosophy of Governance and Democracy
- Contemporary Applied Ethics
- Bioethics and Health Ethics
- Environmental and Climate Ethics
- Technology and Artificial Intelligence Ethics
- Gender, Identity, and African Feminist Philosophy
- Legal Philosophy and Human Rights
- Restorative Justice and African Legal Traditions
- Development Ethics and Social Justice
- Comparative Philosophy
- Philosophy of Religion
- Education, Culture, and Philosophy
The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that connects philosophy and ethics with law, governance, education, health, environmental studies, technology, development studies, and other disciplines to promote critical thinking and evidence-informed responses to contemporary societal challenges.