ABOUT THE JOURNAL
The South African Journal of Communication Disorders (SAJCD) is concerned with research, and critically evaluative theoretical, philosophical and conceptual issues dealing with aspects of human communication and its disorders, dysphagia, service provision, training and policy. View our Editorial Team.

 

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 LATEST ARTICLES

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
Exploring final-year nursing students’ experiences in dysphagia management at an Eastern Cape University  
Amanda Shusha, Siya C. Zingaye, Esona Phundulu, Awonke Ngqina, Refiloe V. Masinge, Khomotjo S. Kgare
27 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
Feeding and swallowing difficulties in previously hospitalised premature infants in the neonatal intensive care unit: Perspectives from South African caregivers  
Cynthia Sawasawa, Lavanya Naidoo, Salma Sheik Hoosen
25 November 2025

Original Research

 
Incidence and nature of functional voice disorders  
Yusra M. Bhaila, Jeannie van der Linde, Carmen Milton, Marien A. Graham
25 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
South African speech-language therapists’ views on dysphagia in head and neck cancer patients  
Mishta Gungadeen, Jeannie van der Linde, Marien A. Graham, Bhavani S. Pillay
24 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
Nursing personnel and speech-language therapists communication practices in dysphagia management  
Alida de Beer, Athenkosi Mpiti, Zeenat Ganie, Lesedi Rakgase, Sinovuyo Mduzulwana, Aldon Barend
23 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
Perceived readiness of South African community service speech–language therapists to manage complex paediatric dysphagia  
Lavanya Naidoo, Cynthia Sawasawa, Nabeela Desai
22 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
Feeding and swallowing in cerebral palsy: Caregiver burden, quality of life and support needs  
Raquel Lewis, Michal Harty, Vivienne Norman
21 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
A description of feeding and swallowing in neonates with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy  
Samantha Branfield, Natasha R. Rhoda, Janine Joemat, Vivienne Norman
20 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
From delay to detection: Dysphagia patterns in tracheostomised ICU patients in South Africa  
Nancy Barber
19 November 2025

Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa

 
Current trends and identified gaps in dysphagia research in Africa: A scoping review  
Skye N. Adams, Kim Coutts
18 November 2025
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 Notification: Holiday Notice: Platform Remains Accessible

  
The AOSIS offices will be closed for the Republic of South Africa’s holiday season from 19 December 2025 and will reopen on 06 January 2026 at 08:00 AM Central Africa Time. The journal platform will remain accessible at all times, allowing you to submit your manuscript and provide any required input during the review stage (e.g., submitting your review or revisions) or finalisation stage (e.g., copyediting, proofreading). For urgent matters during this period, please contact the AOSIS Contact Centre. Please note that response times may be slightly delayed during the holiday period due to reduced staffing. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with you this year. Wishing you a joyful end to 2025 and a fresh start to 2026.  
Posted: 2025-12-01

Notification: Final Article Now Live in Our Special Collection!

  
We’re excited to announce the publication of the final article in our special collection, 'Dysphagia Research in Africa: Trends and Gaps Leading to Afrocentric Innovations', guest edited by Dr Kim Coutts and Dr Skye Adams. Discover ‘Exploring final-year nursing students’ experiences in dysphagia management at an Eastern Cape University’ by Amanda Shusha, Siya C. Zingaye, Esona Phundulu, Awonke Ngqina, Refiloe V. Masinge and Khomotjo S. Kgare for the concluding insights on the importance of reevaluating the way dysphagia is taught to nursing students. Read it now: Dysphagia Research in Africa. Thank you for joining us on this journey! Interested in starting your own special collection? Contact us at special-issues@aosis.co.za.  
Posted: 2025-11-28 More...

Press Release: Unlock the future of research with open access

  

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Posted: 2025-11-26

Press Release: Academic Writing Month: How to progress, publish, and empower your research

  
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Posted: 2025-11-07

Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy

  

Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process.

  
Posted: 2025-11-05
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