About the journal
The AEFUNAI Journal of Economics, Finance and Development Studies (AEFUNAIJEFDS) is a peer-reviewed scholarly open access journal dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in economics, finance, and development studies. The journal provides a platform for rigorous theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented research, with particular emphasis on Africa and other emerging economies.
SCOPE OF AEFUNAI JOURNAL OF ECONOMICS, FINANCES AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
AEFUNAIJEFDS publishes original contributions that address contemporary economic and development challenges and offer insights relevant to researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and development institutions
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Vision
We aim to be a leading voice in shaping discourse in economics, finance, and social sciences across Africa and globally, fostering knowledge exchange that bridges theory and practice.
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** Astronomy is offered via three tracks within the Physics major and is not a separate major.
- Africana Studies
- American Studies
- Anthropology
- Art
- Art History
- Asian American
- Studies
- Asian Studies
- Astronomy**
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Chicana/o-Latina/o
- Studies
- Chinese
- Classics
- Cognitive Science
- Computer Science
- Dance
- Economics
- English
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- Analysis*
- French
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- Molecular Biology*
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- Economics*
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
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- Public Analysis*
- Religious Studies
- Romance Languages
- Literatures*
- Russian
- Russian & Eastern
- European Studies*
- Science, Technology
- Society
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Theatre
Brief History of AEFUNAIJEFDS
AEFUNAI Journal of Economics, Finance, and Development Studies (AEFUNAIJEFDS) is an open access, bi-annual publication of the Department of Economics and Development Studies at Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria. The journal focuses on economics, finance, and related social sciences, offering a platform for academics, researchers, and practitioners to share innovative ideas, empirical research, and critical reflections that advance knowledge in these disciplines.
Current Direction
Building on this collaborative history, the journal now continues independently, maintaining high editorial standards and a commitment to multidisciplinary research. Our focus remains on:
- Economics and finance
- Other social sciences
Vision
We aim to be a leading voice in shaping discourse in economics, finance, and social sciences across Africa and globally, fostering knowledge exchange that bridges theory and practice.
Audience
The journal serves:
- Academics and researchers
- Policymakers and government officials
- Development practitioners
- Students and educators
Publication History
- Volume 1, No. 1 was jointly published with the International Institute for Policy Review and Development Studies (IIPRDS).
- Volume 2, Nos. 1 & 2 were also jointly published in partnership with IIPRDS.
These collaborations strengthened the journal’s foundation and ensured international visibility through IIPRDS’s established academic networks.
Earlier volumes were published in collaboration with International Institute for Policy Review and Development Studies (IIPRDS)
Meet Our Editorial Team
AEFUNAIJEFDS Board of Editors come from a variety of professional backgrounds from across the world.
We establish strategic partnerships with the world’s most experienced and committed conservationists on the subjects of Economics, Finance and Development Studies.
Associate Prof. Ogbuagu Anuli Regina
Editor-in-Chief
