1. Aims and Scope

Before submission, please ensure your manuscript aligns with the journal's aims and scope. The Journal of AI Production and Consumption (jAIpc) publishes original, high-quality research that critically examines artificial intelligence through a dual lens: as a product itself and as a transformative force on global systems.

We welcome studies that investigate:

• The Production of AI: The development, design, and governance of AI tools and systems.
• The Consumption of AI: The adoption, use, and societal integration of these technologies.
• AI's Transformative Impact: How AI reshapes the production and consumption of goods and services across all economic and social sectors.

The journal encourages interdisciplinary work and particularly welcomes submissions that contextualize these themes within the African experience, engaging directly with global dialogues. For a detailed description, please see our [link to Aims & Scope page].

2. Article Types

jAIpc accepts the following types of submissions:

• Research Articles: Original, significant empirical or theoretical research (6,000–8,000 words, including abstract, references, tables/figures).
• Review Articles: Comprehensive, critical surveys of existing literature on a defined topic, identifying gaps and future research directions (8,000–10,000 words).
• Case Studies: Detailed analyses of specific AI implementations, projects, or policies, with clear lessons learned (4,000–6,000 words).
• Viewpoints/Commentaries: Opinionated pieces on current trends, controversies, or ethical dilemmas in the field (2,000–3,000 words).
• Book Reviews: Critical reviews of recent scholarly books relevant to the journal's scope (1,000–1,500 words).

3. Submission Criteria

• Originality: Submissions must be original work that has not been published previously and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
• Authorship: All listed authors must have made a significant intellectual contribution to the work.
• Ethical Approval: For studies involving human or animal subjects, authors must provide evidence of ethical approval from an institutional review board.
• AI Assistance Disclosure: The use of AI and AI-assisted writing tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Grammarly) must be disclosed transparently in the acknowledgements section. These tools cannot be listed as an author. Authors are fully responsible for the content of their manuscript, including any AI-generated output.

4. Manuscript Preparation

4.1. Formatting

• Manuscripts should be submitted in a Word document (.docx) format.
• Use a standard 12-point font (e.g., Times New Roman) and double-line spacing.
• Number all pages consecutively.
• Use consistent APA (use APA in Google Scholar) formatting for citations and references.

4.2. Structure (for Research Articles)

Manuscripts should generally include the following elements in order:

• Title Page: A separate page with the full title, all author names and affiliations, ORCID IDs (highly encouraged), and the corresponding author's complete contact information (email, institution).
• Blinded Manuscript:
• Title
• Abstract: A single paragraph of 200 words maximum, stating the background, aim, methods, key findings, and conclusion.
• Keywords: 5–7 keywords.
• Introduction: State the background to the problem and the problem; global, continental, national and academic significance of the paper; subject, geo-spatial and time scope; research questions, and objectives.
• Literature Review / Theoretical Framework: Show the literature gaps you want to fill, state the theoretical and conceptual underpinnings as well as the empirical literature.
• Methods: Describe the research design, data collection, and analysis procedures with sufficient detail for replication.
• Findings / Results: Present the data clearly, using tables, figures and plates as needed. (We refer to pictures as plates.)
• Discussion: Interpret the results, discuss their implications, and relate them to existing literature.
• Conclusion: Summarize the main findings, provide answers to the research questions, acknowledge limitations, and suggest avenues for future research.
• Acknowledgements: (including funding sources and AI tool disclosure).
• References
• Appendices (if applicable)
• Tables and Figures: Should be placed at the end of the main document, each on a separate page. Include clear captions and notes. Also ensure they are editable (not images).

Ensure this main document is fully anonymized for peer review. Remove all author names, affiliations, and identifying information from the file properties.

5. Submission Process

All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through our online submission system: [Link to Online Submission Portal].

You will be required to:

• Create an author account.
• Upload two separate files: 1) The Title Page, and 2) The Blinded Manuscript.
• Select the appropriate article type.
• Suggest potential reviewers (optional but encouraged).
• Confirm your manuscript meets all the guidelines stated here.

6. Peer Review Process

jAIpc employs a double-anonymous peer review process. The Editor-in-Chief conducts an initial screening for scope and quality. Suitable manuscripts are then sent to at least two independent expert reviewers. The review process typically takes 8–12 weeks. Authors will be notified of the editorial decision: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, or Reject.

7. Copyright and Open Access

Our copyright policy is designed to maximize the impact of your research. Authors retain copyright to their work and are encouraged to share it widely, which enhances its visibility and reach. In return, the journal retains the exclusive right to formally publish and manage the definitive Version of Record.

8. Correspondence

For all editorial and submission queries, please contact the editorial office at: jaipc.editorial@[journaldomain].org

9. Publishing Schedule

Two times a year: May and October.

10. Privacy Commitment

The personal information you provide (name, email address, and affiliation) is collected to facilitate the publication process for this journal. We are committed to protecting your data. We will never sell your personal information or share it with third parties for their marketing purposes. You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data at any time. For any questions about your data or this privacy policy, please contact us at [Insert Email Address of Journal Manager/Editor].

11. Publication Processing Fee

A non-refundable processing fee is required to support the publication of all accepted manuscripts. The fee amount is determined by the author's equity:

• Tier 1: Authors from low and middle income countries and not funded projects – GHS 800.00
• Tier 2: Authors in developed countries or sponsored/funded projects – USD 120.00

Please note:
All bank or transfer charges must be covered by the author.
We accept bank transfers or Western Union for international payments.
These fees are subject to change and may be periodically reviewed without prior notice.
Payment details will be provided with the formal acceptance letter.