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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.
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 |
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| Newborn and infant hearing screening outcomes at a tertiary paediatric hospital in the Western Cape, South Africa | |
| Silva Kuschke, Cheri van Zyl, Mmakgotso Mokete, Lebogang Ramma | |
| 19 May 2026 | |
Table of Contents |
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| Table of Contents Vol 72, No 1 & 2 (2025) | |
| Editorial Office | |
| 23 April 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Communication experiences of deaf and hearing-impaired competitive swimmers and their coaches in South Africa | |
| Dhanashree Pillay, Caitlin Lewington | |
| 22 April 2026 | |
Correction |
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| Addendum: Reliability of nurse-administered infant hearing screening using otoacoustic emissions | |
| Mukovhe Phanguphangu, Andrew J. Ross | |
| 15 April 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Noise exposure burden and hearing protection compliance among Saudi military personnel: A cross-sectional study | |
| Ahmad A. Alanazi, AlHanouf N. Alhathal, Abrar M. Almutairi, Nada S. Alrawdhan, Maryam A. Alrashied | |
| 09 April 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Decolonising audiology education: Epistemic barriers and opportunities for Black African students | |
| Musa Makhoba, Sarasvathie Reddy, Mershen Pillay | |
| 08 April 2026 | |
Opinion Paper |
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| Promoting awareness of open access publishing in speech-language therapy and audiology: Lessons from multilingual language assessment research | |
| Juan Bornman, Mellissa Bortz, Anita Edwards, Brenda Louw, Jeannie van der Linde | |
| 31 March 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| Impact of hearing aid usage on the quality of life of the older adult in KwaZulu-Natal | |
| Zahra Mansoor, Xoliswe Mchunu, Nkos’Kwanele Mthembu, Simangaliso B. Ngwenya, Thabile Thwala, Jessica Paken | |
| 28 February 2026 | |
Original Research |
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| South African speech-language therapists’ perceived competencies and use of Makaton | |
| Chriséle Mc Geer, Carmen Milton, Carlien Vorster, Marien Graham | |
| 25 February 2026 | |
Original Research - Special Collection: Dysphagia Research in Africa |
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| 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 |
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Notification: Just in |
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| The Table of Contents for Table of Contents Vol 72, No 1 & 2 (2025) of our esteemed scholarly journal has just been released! Dive into the latest findings and must-read articles shaping your field. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource for researchers and academics alike. Stay informed, stay ahead! | |
| Posted: 2026-04-24 | More... |
Notification: Final Article Now Live in Our Special Collection! |
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| 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... |
Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy |
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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. |
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| Posted: 2025-11-05 | |
Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder |
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| In 2025, the inclusion of AI policies became compulsory for all SciELO SA journals. Authors and reviewers using AI-assisted technology must disclose their use in manuscripts to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust. Guidance is available in the Plagiarism, Fabrication and Artificial Intelligence Policy page and the Submission Guidelines under 'AI-assisted technologies' in the formatting requirements. Not sure if this journal is indexed in SciELO SA? Please check our Indexing Services page. | |
| Posted: 2025-10-03 |
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