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Journal of Migration and Security Studies

Editor-in-Chief: Prof. Alexander Makulilo
University of Dar es Salaam

The Journal of Migration and Security Studies (JMSS) is a peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary publication dedicated to advancing intellectual discourse on the complex interplay between migration and security. Published twice a year, in June and December, the journal serves as a platform for rigorous scholarly debates, welcoming both theoretical analyses and empirical research that contribute to a deeper understanding of present and future African perspectives in this evolving field. The scope of the journal encompasses a broad array of topics, including but not limited to strategic studies, legal frameworks, the nexus between security and migration, historical contexts, development issues, and the political dynamics shaping migration and security—particularly within the African continent. We encourage submissions that employ either comparative methodologies or in-depth single case studies, provided they offer insights with wider relevance and contribute substantively to the body of knowledge. The Journal of Migration and Security Studies invites scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to submit manuscripts that challenge conventional wisdom, propose innovative frameworks, and expand the boundaries of current research. By fostering a multidisciplinary dialogue, the journal aims to inform effective policy responses and academic understanding in the realms of migration and security.

All correspondence to:
Editor-in-Chief,
Journal of Migration and Security Studies,
P.O BOX 6697 Moshi, Kilimanjaro – Tanzania
E-mail: JMSS.trita@gmail.com
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The Journal of Migration and Security Studies uses a double-anonymous peer review process in which the author’s name or similar identification marks should not appear on any page of a manuscript other than on a separate title page file. Upon receiving a manuscript, the Editor-in-Chief conducts an in-house review to ensure it conforms to the journal's policy and style. If the manuscript complies with the journal's policy and style, the editor sends it out to two reviewers who are anonymous to the author. The review focuses on the quality of the manuscript in terms of its scholarly content, structure, and originality. This process takes a minimum of eight weeks. In case corrections are suggested, the author is supposed to resubmit the revised work for vetting. In some cases, the manuscript may be rejected outright. Once the review process is over, the editors make the final decision to accept or reject publication of the manuscript.

Call for Papers: Volume 2, No. 1 of June 2026

The Journal of Migration and Security Studies (JMSS) invites submissions for its upcoming June 2026 issue. JMSS is a peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary journal dedicated to exploring the complex interplay between migration and security, with a particular emphasis on African perspectives. Published biannually in June and December, the journal provides a forum for robust scholarly debate and innovative research.

Submissions may explore, but are not limited to, the following areas:

  • Strategic studies and policy implications
  • The security-migration nexus in historical and contemporary contexts
  • Development issues intersecting with migration
  • Political dynamics and governance affecting migration and security in Africa

We particularly encourage contributions that challenge prevailing assumptions, propose novel frameworks, or introduce new empirical findings. Both comparative methodologies and single case studies are welcome, provided they offer insights with wider significance and advance scholarly understanding.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Manuscripts should be original, unpublished work, and not under review elsewhere.
  • Please submit your manuscript via our online submission system by March 1, 2026.
  • For detailed author guidelines and submission instructions, visit our website.

For inquiries, contact the editorial office at JMSS.trita@gmail.com.

We look forward to receiving your contributions and advancing the discourse on migration and security in Africa and beyond.

Submission

Authors are required to submit their manuscripts in Microsoft Word format to the Journal of Migration and Security Studies (JMSS) for consideration. It is the responsibility of the authors to ensure that their manuscripts adhere strictly to the journal’s style guidelines and instructions for authors. All manuscripts should be submitted directly to the Editor-in-Chief at JMSS.trita@gmail.com.

Further details:

  • Manuscripts must be original and not previously published or under consideration elsewhere.
  • Each submission should include a title page listing the full names, affiliations, and contact details of all contributing authors.
  • Manuscripts must be formatted according to JMSS guidelines, including correct citation and reference styles.
  • Authors are advised to thoroughly proofread their work to eliminate grammatical, spelling, and typographical errors.
  • Figures and tables should be clearly labeled and embedded within the main document, rather than submitted as separate files.
  • Upon receipt of a submission, the editorial office will send an acknowledgment via email. Authors will be informed of the outcome of the review process once it is complete.
Editor-in-Chief
Prof. Alexander Makulilo
University of Dar-es-Salaam
Associate Editor
Dr. Clement Mubanga
Tanzania Immigration Services Department
Editorial Board
Prof. Joram Tarusarira
University of Groningen
Prof. Happy Kayuni
University of Malawi
Prof. Moses Khisa
North Carolina State University
Prof. Epaphra Manamba
Institute of Accountancy, Arusha
Prof. Sifuni Mchome
University of Dar es Salaam
Dr. Oscar Otele
University of Nairobi
Dr. Jamila Hamidu
Arnold Bergstraesser Institute, Freiburg
Dr. Jan Kuever
University of Iringa
Dr. Adventina Laurent
Tanzania Regional Immigration Training Academy
Dr. Pastory Parestiko
The University of Dodoma
Dr. Irene Lugalla
MS Training Centre for Development Cooperation
Dr. Petro Protas
University of Dar-es-Salaam
Instructions for Authors
The instructions for authors are meant to ensure that authors abide to the journal policy and style. It is the duty of authors to familiarise with the instructions before preparing a manuscript for consideration by the journal. In this case, authors should declare during submission that they have effectively observed all the instructions.

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