About IJSSAR
International Journal of Sub-Saharan African Research (IJSSAR) is a multidisciplinary open-access journal from the Department of Mass Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, South-East Nigeria. Kenneth Adibe Nwafor, Ph.D, a Professor in the department, founded the journal in 2023. It publishes peer-reviewed, original, academic research articles that seek to promote research as a means of developing
solutions towards addressing peculiar challenges of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Aims and Scope
IJSSAR is a journal of the people of Sub-Saharan Africa for the people of Sub-Saharan Africa. It aims to publish well-researched manuscripts that have value for Sub-Saharan Africa in the areas of Communication and Media Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Peace and Conflict Studies, Health, Education, Agriculture, Environment, Technology and Public Policy.Read more...
CURRENT ISSUE
Mapping Existing Treatment Practices and Management of Prostate Cancer in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs): A Scoping Review
Fungal Load and Species Distribution in Spoiled Tomatoes Sold in Three Select Vegetables Markets in Katsina Metropolis, Katsina State, Nigeria
Capacity of Old-Age Homes to Meet the Needs of Older Persons in Namibia: Analysis of Quality and Care Gaps
Exposure and Responses to Information on Caesarean Section (CS) among Pregnant Women in Select Hospitals in Rural Communities of South-West, Nigeria
Lived Experiences of Persons Affected by Infertility and Nurses’ Perceptions of Infertility Care in the Public Health Sector in Namibia
Functionality of Geriatric Giants among Elderly Patients Presented at the Geriatrics Clinic, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar, Nigeria
Practices of mental health service providers in the early detection of undergraduates experiencing anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation in Namibia
Impact of Parents and Guardians’ Communication Patterns in Preventing Sexual Harassments against the Girl-Child in the Niger-Delta Region of Nigeria
Perceptions of Climate Change’s Impacts on Implementation of Mitigation Actions among Students of Thuongmai University, Vietnam
Correlates of Suicide Warning Signs among University Undergraduates in Plateau State, Nigeria
Interpersonal Skills of Management Teams and Performance of Rural Road Projects in Dodoma, Tanzania
Inclusive Education for Students with Special Need in Nigeria: Rhetoric or Reality?
Variation in Monkeypox Awareness and Preparedness among Students of Basic Medical Science, Adeleke University and Osun State University, Nigeria
Influence of Land Use Types on Soil Carbon Sequestration in Climate Change Era in Ikwo, Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Digital Intimacy and Perception of Morality among Undergraduates of Crawford University, Igbesa, Ogun State, Nigeria
Viewers’ Perception of the Psychological Effect of Nudity in Big Brother Naija Reality Television Show in Calabar South, Cross Rivers State, Nigeria
Assessment of Smart City Technologies in Kano Economic City, Nigeria
Knowledge and Use of Zoom Technology for Academic Activities among Teaching Staff of Public Universities in South-East, Nigeria
Social Media Exposure and Perceived Body Image among Female Undergraduates of Select Universities in Kwara State, Nigeria
Attitude and Perception of the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Preserving Indigenous Knowledge Systems among Mass Communication Students of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Nigeria
Navigating the Politics of Indigenous Knowledge in the Digital Age
Strategies Adopted by Two Major Political Parties in Edo State During the Nigeria 2023 Presidential Election Campaigns
Newspaper Coverage and Readers’ Perceptions of Human Rights Violations in North-East, Nigeria (2010-2020)
Peace Journalism Approaches and Their Impact on Conflict Transformation in Nigerian Fragile Regions
Newspaper Framing of the May 2023 Fuel Subsidy Removal by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Administration in Nigeria
Effect of Marital Mediation and Marketing Mitigation in Family Disputes Resolution among Campus Dwellers at University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Impact of Financial Literacy on the Performance of Female-Owned Micro-Business Enterprises in Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Entrepreneurial Monopoly and Its Impact on Economic Advancement in Onitsha-North, Anambra State, Nigeria
Satisfaction as a Determinant of Customers’ Patronage of Commercial ‘POS’ Operators in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
Audience Perception of Igbo Broadcast News Credibility in Enugu-South Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria
Comparative Analysis of Online Advocacy for Good Governance and Actual Political Involvement among Nigerian Youths
Rethinking Postmodernism in Nigeria’s New Media Culture: A Conceptual Exploration
Public Relations Strategies in Managing Noise-Pollution-Induced Conflicts between Churches and Neighbours in Port Harcourt Local Government Area, River State, Nigeria
Extra-Mundane Communication Practices in Conflict Resolution among the Tiv People of Benue State, Nigeria
Management Principles and Sustainability of Select Family-Owned Businesses in Nigeria
Perception of Computer-Based Test (CBT) Examinations among Students of Select Tertiary Institutions in Cross Rivers State, Nigeria
Impact of PowerPoint-Based Instructional Modes on Secondary School Students’ Performance in Chemistry Achievement Test (CAT) in Obudu, Cross River State, Nigeria
Influence of Online Newspapers on Readership of Offline Versions among Lecturers of Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
Public Relations and Reputation Management at the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Abuja, Nigeria
Strategic Market Positioning and Differentiation of Ilaji Resort in Nigeria’s Hospitality Sector
Advertising Appeals and Strategic Positioning of Smartphone Brands in Nigeria (2020–2025)
Traditional Dance and Promotion of Cultural Identity, Tourism, and Economic Development in East Africa
Globacom Telecommunication’s “Unlimited” Slogan as Determinant of Brand Recall and Perception among Undergraduates of Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria
Integrating Social Media into Theatre for Community Development among Theatre Arts Students of Plateau State University, Bokkos, Nigeria
Performing Objectification: Analysing Gendered Power Dynamics in the Comedy Skits of Mr. Macaroni and Kelvinblak
Analysis of Government Political Communication and Democratic Sustainability in Nigeria
Impact of User-Generated Content in Shaping Destination Brand Identity of Olumo Rock, Abeokuta, Nigeria
Newspaper Campaigns on Family Planning and Behavioural Change in Plateau State: A Systemic Review
Journal Identifiers
eISSN: 3043-4459
pISSN: 3043-4467