JOURNAL OF RESEARCH METHODOLOGISTS

About the Journal

Research Methods in the African Context

The Journal of Research Methodologists (JRM) is an Open Access Journal (registered with the International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) 3078-2139) and committed to advancing scholarship within the Social Sciences, with a particular emphasis on the development and refinement of research methodologies. This special edition, titled "Research Methods in the African Context," is designed to ignite scholarly discourse and inspire innovative research practices that resonate deeply within the African milieu. The focus of this edition is particularly aligned with the needs of postgraduate and post-doctoral researchers, as well as early career scholars, who are navigating the complex and evolving landscape of research in Africa.

This edition pays special attention to Qualitative Research and Mixed Methods Research, acknowledging the vital role these approaches play in capturing the nuanced and multifaceted realities of African societies. The articles featured herein delve into a variety of methodological frameworks, exploring how traditional Western research paradigms can be adapted to better reflect local contexts, as well as how indigenous knowledge systems can inform and transform contemporary research practices.

As the global academic community increasingly recognizes the importance of context-specific methodologies, this edition serves as a platform for African scholars to showcase their methodological innovations and to contribute to a broader understanding of how research methods can be both locally relevant and globally significant. The discussions within these pages are not only academic in nature but also practical, offering actionable insights and strategies for conducting research that is ethically sound, culturally sensitive, and methodologically rigorous.

Through this edition, JRM aims to foster a deeper appreciation of the diversity and complexity of research methods within the African context, encouraging scholars to engage with the unique challenges and opportunities that this context presents. By doing so, we hope to contribute to the global dialogue on research methodologies, enriching the field with perspectives that are grounded in African realities and yet hold relevance for researchers around the world. This edition is an invitation to explore, critique, and innovate, ultimately pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of social science research.