About

Welcome to the Journal of Pan-African Entrepreneurship and Economic Renewal (JPAEER) — a peer-reviewed, international open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge, innovation, and research in entrepreneurship, business development, and economic transformation across Africa and the global African diaspora.

Published by Enbiescope, JPAEER provides a scholarly platform for entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners to share insights, evidence, and strategies that promote inclusive growth, enterprise resilience, and socio-economic renewal across the continent.

The journal celebrates the creativity, adaptability, and transformative spirit of African entrepreneurship — spotlighting practices, models, and policies that can drive a new era of sustainable economic empowerment.

 

Archives

Explore the JPAEER Archives for previously published research papers, case studies, and analytical reviews that document entrepreneurial innovation, institutional reform, and emerging business ecosystems in Africa.

Each issue highlights the dynamic intersection of entrepreneurship, policy, and sustainable economic recovery, featuring global perspectives with a strong Pan-African focus.

 

About

1. About the Journal

The Journal of Pan-African Entrepreneurship and Economic Renewal (JPAEER) is a biannual peer-reviewed publication that seeks to promote scholarship and thought leadership in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation, economic diversification, and industrial policy within Africa and beyond.

JPAEER serves as a bridge between academic research and practical enterprise development, encouraging dialogue between academia, government institutions, and private sector actors committed to Africa’s economic transformation.

The journal is particularly interested in applied research that generates actionable insights for job creation, youth empowerment, MSME development, digital transformation, and intra-African trade.

 

Scope of the Journal

JPAEER publishes original research and policy analyses across a wide range of topics including, but not limited to:

 

Aims and Objectives

The Journal of Pan-African Entrepreneurship and Economic Renewal (JPAEER) aims to:

  1. Promote rigorous and innovative research that enhances entrepreneurship and economic development across Africa.
  2. Foster Pan-African collaboration among scholars, policymakers, and private sector leaders.
  3. Provide a forum for sharing best practices, case studies, and indigenous business models suited to African contexts.
  4. Advance evidence-based policy dialogue for sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
  5. Support the realization of the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).

 

 

 

2. Guidelines for Author(s)

JPAEER welcomes submissions of original research papers, conceptual analyses, reviews, book essays, and case studies that align with its focus and scope.

Manuscript Preparation:

Structure:

All manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
Each submission undergoes a double-blind peer review process to ensure academic quality, originality, and relevance.

 

3. Submissions

Authors can submit manuscripts through the JPAEER online submission portal or by email.

To submit your manuscript:

  1. Register or log in as an author.
  2. Upload your paper and related documents.
  3. Confirm adherence to author guidelines.
  4. Await acknowledgment and tracking ID from the editorial office.

Submissions are acknowledged within 72 hours, with a review turnaround time of 2–4 weeks.

📧 editor.jpaeerjournal@enbiescope.com

 

4. Privacy Statement

All personal information provided to JPAEER, including author details and email addresses, will be used solely for editorial and publication purposes.
We do not share, sell, or distribute any personal data to third parties.

 

Editorial Team

The JPAEER Editorial Board is composed of prominent African and international scholars, entrepreneurs, and policy professionals committed to advancing entrepreneurship research and practice across the continent.

Editor-in-Chief: Prof. [Name Placeholder], [Institution], [Country]
Managing Editor: Dr. [Name Placeholder], [Institution], [Country]
Associate Editors:

The editorial board ensures adherence to the highest ethical standards of academic publishing and peer review integrity.

 

Call for Papers

The Journal of Pan-African Entrepreneurship and Economic Renewal (JPAEER) invites submissions for its upcoming issue.

We welcome original papers and practice-based research that explore entrepreneurial ecosystems, business resilience, innovation policies, and sustainable economic renewal within the African context.

Special Issue Themes:

Submissions: 📧 editor.jpaeerjournal@enbiescope.com

 

Publication Fee

To maintain open-access publication and ensure global reach, JPAEER charges a modest Article Processing Charge (APC).

APC: USD 70 (or local equivalent)
This covers editorial management, peer review coordination, DOI registration, and digital hosting.

Authors from low-income regions may apply for partial or full fee waivers.

 

Contact Us

Journal of Pan-African Entrepreneurship and Economic Renewal (JPAEER)
Published by Enbiescope

📧 Email: editor.jpaeerjournal@enbiescope.com

For inquiries regarding submissions, partnerships, or editorial matters, please contact us via email.

 

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