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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.

 

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Original Research

 
Status and gaps in newborn hearing screening in South Africa: A cross-sectoral review  
Karin Joubert, Duoné Swart
30 May 2026

Original Research

 
South African undergraduate students’ perceptions of clinical supervision in speech-language therapy  
Avuzwa Makiva, Anathi Phandle, Nosipho Maphanga, Bongiswa Vukethwele, Dharshini Naidoo, Samantha Bassingthwaighte
30 May 2026

Original Research

 
Voices from the classroom: Teachers’ perspectives on collaboration with speech-language therapists in learners with special educational needs schools  
Haseena Mahomed Joosub, Marguerite De Jongh, Rahab Mothapo
28 May 2026

Original Research

 
Exploring the professional quality of life of South African audiologists  
Senamile G. Ntuli, Ben Sebothoma, Nabeelah Nagdee, Nicky Israel
26 May 2026

Original Research

 
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

 
Table of Contents Vol 72, No 1 & 2 (2025)  
Editorial Office
23 April 2026

Original Research

 
Communication experiences of deaf and hearing-impaired competitive swimmers and their coaches in South Africa  
Dhanashree Pillay, Caitlin Lewington
22 April 2026

Correction

 
Addendum: Reliability of nurse-administered infant hearing screening using otoacoustic emissions  
Mukovhe Phanguphangu, Andrew J. Ross
15 April 2026

Original Research

 
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

 
Decolonising audiology education: Epistemic barriers and opportunities for Black African students  
Musa Makhoba, Sarasvathie Reddy, Mershen Pillay
08 April 2026
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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!  
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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

Website Update: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder

 
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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