Transformation is an established journal serving as a forum for analysis and debate about South African society in transition, as well as the surrounding region, and the global context that affects southern African developments. Various levels of editorial involvement draw in academics from several South African and international universities.
The primary focus of the journal is on contemporary society while acknowledging the need to locate day-to-day movements and the emerging broader patterns into a historical context. Since the first issue in 1987 Transformation has given effect to this aim. It has drawn an impressive array of South African and foreign contributors and covers many disciplines and a wide range of fields of transition, change, and transformation.
Articles should aim for academic rigour but also clarify the political implications of the issues discussed. We are concerned not to compete with other South African journals that may cover related ground but in different ways – this will govern our selection principles. All articles will be assessed anonymously by referees.