Africa Spectrum, as a peer-reviewed open access journal, provides an important international platform for academic research in sub-Saharan Africa. With a special focus on political, social, and economic issues, the journal is committed to publishing original research articles that are innovative, empirical, and theoretically in-depth.

The journal encourages the adoption of a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach to research for a comprehensive analysis of the complex issues facing the African region. This includes, but is not limited to, discussions and contributions from scholars in the fields of political science, sociology, economics, anthropology, development studies, and environmental studies. Special attention is also paid to the study of diversity and difference within the African region, emphasizing comparative analysis between different countries and regions, and exploring the role and place of Africa in the global context. This comprehensive perspective contributes to a deeper understanding of Africa's diversity and complexity.