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African Archaeological Review

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Overview

African Archaeological Review is a scholarly journal highlighting the contributions of the African continent to global archaeological studies.
  • Presents new field and laboratory data on all aspects of human experience.
  • Applies anthropological, ethnohistorical, textual, and ethnoarchaeological data in archaeological interpretation.
  • Provides theoretical analysis of the past, from human origins to early technology and the development of social complexity.
  • Offers in-depth analysis of heritage issues and the relevance of archaeology to contemporary African affairs.
Editor-in-chief
  • J. Cameron Monroe PhD
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Journal Impact Factor
1.1 (2024)
5-year Journal Impact Factor
1.4 (2024)
Submission to first decision (median)
18 days
Downloads
279.2k (2025)

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Latest issue

Volume 42, Issue 4
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This journal has 128 open access articles

Journal updates

  • In Memoriam: Nicholas David, founder of the African Archaeological Review

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    It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear friend, colleague, and mentor, Dr. Nicholas David, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.  Nic died peacefully in his home with his wife, Judy Sterner, by his side. 

  • 5 New Temporary Free Access Articles

    The African Archaeological Review is pleased to announce Free Temporary Access to a select number of articles on a three-month rotational basis.

  • Indexed by Scopus

    African Archaeological Review is indexed by Scopus and has a CiteScore of 3.0 for 2024.

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Journal information

Electronic ISSN
1572-9842
Print ISSN
0263-0338
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