About the Journal

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine is the official publication of the Kenya Association of Muslim Medical Professionals (KAMMP). As the first academic platform emphasizing the integration of Islamic principles with contemporary health sciences., the journal aims to be an international leader in innovative, ethically-driven, and community-oriented health research. Following the guidelines of Islamic ethics, critical inquiry, and professional practice, the Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine promotes interdisciplinary work across disciplines like medicine, theology, ethics, public health, and education.

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine is published annually and will serve as a resource for Muslims and non-Muslims engaged in healthcare delivery and research, education, and advocacy who are interested in integrating Islamic values with healthcare. 

Mission and Vision 

Mission

To advance knowledge and ethical practices in healthcare by integrating Islamic perspectives within medical science, creating a reputable platform for research, discourse, and professional growth that addresses the unique health needs and values of Muslim communities.

Vision

To be a leading global journal for Islamic health perspectives, fostering high-quality research and meaningful dialogue that bridges Islamic values and contemporary medical practice, ultimately contributing to compassionate and informed healthcare worldwide.

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine is guided by a clear mission and vision, structured around three primary objectives:

  1. Repository of Knowledge: To compile and archive key publications, research findings, and case studies that embody Islamic perspectives within various fields of medicine.

  2. Promotion of Scientific Exchange: To foster the sharing of knowledge across disciplines, enabling both Muslim and non-Muslim practitioners to explore how Islamic values and ethics influence medical practice.

  3. Encouragement of Professional Discourse: Encouraging discourse and academic professionalism within the primary theory, praxis and pedagogy of Islamic health humanisms and the nexus of Islamic praxis and medicine.

Aims and Scope

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine is committed to:

  • Promoting scholarly discourse and evidence-based research on Islamic health perspectives.

  • Providing a forum for exploring the intersection of faith, medicine, and ethics, especially in the context of African and Muslim populations.

  • Advancing Islamic medical humanism, professional ethics, and patient-centered care from an Islamic worldview.

  • Encouraging cross-cultural and interfaith contributions that enrich the conversation on religion, spirituality, and medicine.

Scope includes but is not limited to:

  • Islamic Bioethics

  • Clinical and Translational Medicine

  • Public and Global Health in Muslim Communities

  • Medical Education in Islamic Contexts

  • Islamic Health Systems and Policy

  • Healthcare Access and Equity in Muslim-Majority and Minority Contexts

  • Mental Health and Religion

  • End-of-Life Care and Spiritual Healing

  • Health Communication, Culture, and Faith

  • Historical and Theological Contributions to Medicine 

  • Faith-Based Health Interventions

  • Zakat, Waqf, and Health Financing

  • Medical Chaplaincy in Muslim Settings

  • Women’s Health in Islamic Contexts

  • Halal Pharmaceuticals and Medical Products

Types of Articles Published

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine welcomes submissions in a range of formats:

  • Original Research Articles

  • Reviews and Meta-Analyses

  • Case Reports and Case Series

  • Commentaries and Opinion Pieces

  • Essays

  • Theological or Ethical Discourses

  • Policy Briefs and Health Advocacy Articles

  • Letters to the Editor

  • Editorials

  • Conference Reports and Highlights

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine is committed to ethical practices laid down by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). We are resolute in our commitment to be open and honest, act with integrity, and professionalism when it comes to publishing.

Authors’ Responsibilities

  • Originality & Integrity: Authors are responsible for ensuring that all works submitted have been completely original, accurately represented and that no part of the manuscript has been plagiarized in any form.

  • Research Ethics: If your submission involved human or animal subjects in efforts to conduct research, you must include a statement of ethics approval (IRB or the equivalent).

  • Authorship Criteria: Only persons responsible for substantial contributions to the study design, data analysis, and interpretation, reviewing, drafting/manuscript composition should be listed as authors of the article.

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any and all financial or personal relationships that may have a potential bias or may be seen as residual bias.

  • Acknowledgement of Sources: You must cite any materials, data, or contribution's not owned by the author.

  • Data Availability: Authors will be asked to provide raw data available for validation.

  • Duplicate Submission: Manuscripts cannot be submitted to or published in another journal simultaneously.

Editors' Responsibilities

  • Manuscript Evaluation: Editors will evaluate manuscripts for their academic merit, clarity, relevance, and originality, free of discrimination or bias.

  • Confidentiality: All information from manuscripts submitted will be kept strictly confidential.

  • Conflict of Interest: Editors will remove themselves from the decision process if there is any conflict of interest.

  • Ethics: The editorial team reserves the right to retract or correct work in cases of proven ethical misconduct. The editors will ensure diversity and inclusivity in reviewer selection and uphold gender-sensitive editorial practices.

Reviewers' Responsibilities

  • Neutrality: Reviews should be constructive responses, based on evidence and with scholarly merit.

  • Confidentiality: All reviewers must regard manuscripts as confidential documents.

  • Timeliness: Reviewers must adhere to the agreed deadlines.

  • Disclosure of ethical issues: Reviewers must make editors aware of signs of plagiarism, fraud, or any ethical issues. 

  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers with a potential conflict of interest should inform the Editor-in-Chief and decline the review.

Peer Review Process

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine employs a double-blind peer-review process to ensure academic rigor and impartiality. Reviewers are encouraged to approach articles from diverse Islamic schools of thought with academic neutrality.

Steps

  1. Initial Screening: The Editor-in-Chief assesses the manuscript for fit and formatting.

  2. Reviewer Assignment: Manuscripts are assigned to two or more independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.

  3. Review Criteria: Reviewers assess based on originality, methodology, clarity, scholarly value, and alignment with the journal’s mission.

  4. Reviewer Feedback: Comments and decisions are communicated to authors for revisions if needed.

  5. Revision & Re-review: Revised manuscripts are re-evaluated by the editorial team or reviewers.

  6. Final Decision: Acceptance, rejection, or request for further revision is made.

  7. Proofreading & Approval: Accepted manuscripts undergo professional proofreading before author final approval and publication.

Language

Manuscripts must be written in clear, academic English. Authors whose first language is not English are strongly encouraged to seek professional language editing prior to submission to improve clarity and comprehension.

Ethics

All research must comply with the Declaration of Helsinki and ICMJE Uniform Requirements. Submissions involving human subjects must include statements of:

  • Ethical approval by a recognized board or committee.

  • Informed consent from participants (where applicable).

  • Consideration of religious sensitivity in research on Muslim populations.

Conflict of Interest

All authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose potential conflicts of interest. Financial sponsorship, institutional affiliations, or any other relationships that could influence the outcomes must be transparently declared.

 

Advertising Policy

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine accepts advertising aligned with its mission and values. All advertisements must be:

  • Reviewed by the editorial team.

  • Clearly distinguished from editorial content.

  • Free from influence on editorial decisions or peer review.

Frequency of Publication

The journal will be published annually. Special issues may be announced in conjunction with academic conferences or thematic calls for papers.

Open Access and Copyright Policy

The Pan African Journal of Health and Islamic Medicine is committed to open access. All published articles will be freely available online without subscription or paywalls. Authors retain copyright but grant the journal the right to publish and archive their work under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

Join Us

We invite scholars, clinicians, ethicists, educators, and community leaders to:

  • Submit manuscripts aligned with Islamic health ethics and practice.

  • Join our pool of reviewers to uphold rigorous academic standards.

  • Partner with us through institutions or research initiatives.

Together, we can build a rich, inclusive, and impactful body of literature that advances not just medical science, but also Islamic medical humanism and global healthcare equity. Email us on: Info@kammp.or.ke