Academic publishing and scholarly engagement
Supporting scholarly publication, dialogue and research exchange
A publishing partnership with the University of Johannesburg Press
KSA supports academic publication through its publishing partnership with the University of Johannesburg Press for Decentre: Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies (DJIS). This partnership reflects our commitment to advancing interdisciplinary scholarship and providing opportunities for research to contribute to wider academic conversations.
Our partner journal
De-centre: Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies
A peer-reviewed, open access journal published by the University of Johannesburg. It carries research articles across the humanities, social sciences and science-related fields, along with shorter commentaries on topical issues, and welcomes work that challenges dominant narratives.
Open access
Every article is free to read, with no paywall for readers anywhere.
Peer reviewed
Submissions are reviewed by scholars in the field before publication.
Submissions are open
Read the author guidelines on the journal site, then submit your work.
Read the journal, or submit your article
Hosted by the University of Johannesburg. ISSN 3105-3300 (online). The link opens in a new tab.
Coming soon
International academic conferences
As part of our expanding scholarly engagement activities, KSA is preparing to organise international academic conferences that bring together researchers, academics, postgraduate students and practitioners across disciplines. These conferences will provide opportunities to present research, exchange ideas, receive constructive feedback and explore collaborations across institutions and countries. Conference themes, dates and participation details will be announced as they become available.
Together with our research training, mentorship and writing programmes, these publishing and conference initiatives extend KSA's support across the research journey, from developing ideas to sharing findings and building scholarly connections.
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Governance
Our advisory board
Senior researchers and academics who guide the academy's standards, ethics and direction.
Dr Oluwatobi Alabi
University of Johannesburg
Prof Mariam Seedat-Khan
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Prof Kammila Naidoo
University of Johannesburg
Prof Champaklal C. Jinabhai
Durban University of Technology