About the Journal

The Afrihorizon Finance and Entrepreneurship Research Journal (AFERJ) is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication dedicated to fostering advanced research and knowledge dissemination in finance and entrepreneurship. AFERJ aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering a forum for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to share innovative research, strategic insights, and practical solutions that drive financial growth and entrepreneurial success.

The journal places particular emphasis on the dynamic and evolving contexts within Africa while maintaining a global perspective to ensure relevance and impact in diverse economic environments.

Our Mission

The mission of the Afrihorizon Finance and Entrepreneurship Research Journal is to promote innovative and practical solutions that address real-world financial and entrepreneurial challenges.

Scope and Focus Areas

AFERJ invites contributions that provide deep insights into financial systems, entrepreneurial ventures, and their role in shaping sustainable economic growth. Submissions can address, but are not limited to, the following themes:

Finance:

• Financial markets, instruments, and investment strategies.
• Corporate finance and governance practices.
• Risk management and financial decision-making.
• Microfinance, financial inclusion, and poverty alleviation.
• FinTech, blockchain, and the digital transformation of finance.

Entrepreneurship:

• Entrepreneurial ecosystems and innovation hubs.
• Start-up creation, scaling, and sustainability strategies.
• Social entrepreneurship and impact-driven enterprises.
• Women and youth entrepreneurship development.
• Venture capital, angel investment, and funding strategies.

Intersecting Areas:

• The role of finance in fostering entrepreneurship.
• Policy frameworks and their influence on finance and entrepreneurship.
• Behavioral finance and its implications for entrepreneurial decision-making.
• Entrepreneurship in emerging markets and underrepresented regions.
• Financial education and literacy as enablers of entrepreneurship.

Special Topics:

• Sustainable finance and entrepreneurship for green economies.
• Cross-border trade and its impact on entrepreneurial growth.
• The effect of macroeconomic policies on SMEs and start-ups.
• Data-driven finance and entrepreneurial innovation.
• Crisis management in finance and entrepreneurship sectors.

AFERJ encourages multidisciplinary and innovative research that offers actionable recommendations and insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers alike.