ABOUT THIS JOURNAL 

  • Aims and scope  

The Ghana Journal of Geography (GJG) is a refereed journal published by the Department of Geography and Resource Development, University of Ghana, Legon. The Journal publishes the best of original research and scholarship in physical and human geography as well as research from other related disciplines working on issues of spatial relevance. It provides a forum for discussing new issues and ideas of relevance to the developing world.  

Our focus on theoretical, conceptual, and empirical studies human-environment interactions as broadly conceptualized by practitioners, academics, and policy makers. The content of submissions can include review articles, research articles, case studies, viewpoints and book reviews, commentaries, and ethnographic analyses, and position papers. We also publish special issues. We invite contributions from all countries from all continents of relevance to sustainable global development. The Journal strives to work with high class scholars in the field of geography and related sciences to ensure the publication of high-quality standard articles. 

  • Peer Review  
  • All submitted manuscripts are subject to initial appraisal by the editors and, if found suitable for further consideration, it is sent for peer review by independent, anonymous expert referees.  
  • All peer review is double blind and submission is online HERE.  
  • Two reviewers (blind) per paper. 
  • Maximum of 12 weeks for review process. 
  • Decision taken by a panel of 3 editors. 

 

  • Publisher 

Department of Geography and Resource Development, University of Ghana 

  • Backup published by African Journals Online (AJOL).  

 

  • Sources of Support 

Institutional funds from the  College of Humanities, University of Ghana  

  • Open Access Policy 

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. Publishing open access means that your article will be free to access online immediately on publication, increasing the visibility, readership, and impact of your research.  

 

  • · Copyright Notice

The copyright belongs to the Department of Geography and Resource Development, and the Ghana Geographical Association.

 

· PRINT ISSN: 0855-9414     ONLINE eISSN: 2821-8892

 

  • · Disclaimer

The Department of Geography and Resource Development, University of Ghana (DGRD-UG), and Africa Journals Online (AJOL) make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information contained in our publications. However, DGRD-UG and AJOL make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness, or suitability for any purpose of the content of published works. Any opinions and views expressed in this publication are the opinions and views of the authors and are not the views of or endorsed by the publishers. DGRD-UG and AJOL shall not be liable for any losses, actions, claims, proceedings, demands, costs, expenses, damages, and other liabilities whatsoever or howsoever caused arising directly or indirectly in connection with, in relation to or arising out of the use of the Content.