Journal of South African Democratic Teachers Union (JSADTU)
Focus and Scope of the Journal
The JSADTU is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open access journal on education sector. The focus of the Journal cut across education sector (e.g. higher education, early childhood development, basic education, adult education, vocational education and training and decolonization of education). The Journal aims to publish papers that demonstrate original contribution to knowledge and theoretical insight and/or analytic empirical work. The journal undergoes a rigorous peer-review process and releases publications twice a year.
The journal has a reputable International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) and a DOI number. JSADTU is recognised by the South African Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
Print ISSN: 2790-4997
Online ISSN: 2790-5004
DOI Number: 10.63091
About SADTU
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) was launched in Johannesburg on the 6th of October 1990. This was an historic occasion, bringing together a range of racially divided teacher organisations into a unitary structure with a progressive vision. In doing so SADTU challenged the legitimacy of ethnic education departments and made an important contribution to the struggle for non-racialism in South Africa.SADTU presently represents more than 250 000 teachers and workers in the education sector, making it the largest teacher organisation in the country.
Journal Policies and Guidlines
Our journal upholds strict ethical standards, ensuring the publication of high quality research that addresses both current and emerging challenges in the field. All authors, reviewers, and editors interested in contributing to the journal are encouraged to familiarise themselves with our editorial policies and guidelines to align with our commitment to excellence.
Peer Review Policy
All manuscripts submited to JSADTU undergo a rigorous peer review process, ensuring that they meet the highest academic and ethical standards.
Author submission Guidelines
Our author submission guidelines provide clear instructions on formatting, referencing, and the submission process to ensure a smooth experience for contributors.
Open Access policy
We are committed to an open access policy, making published research freely accessible to readers worldwide, fostering knowledge sharing and advancing global scholarship.
How it works
Our Editorial process
Editorial Committee
Our Editorial Committee comprises a diverse group of respected scholars and professionals who bring extensive expertise and insight to the journal.
Current issue
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Previous Issues
Browse Our Journal Archive
We invite readers to explore our previous issues, which showcase a rich collection of peer-reviewed research, critical insights, and original scholarship published by the journal. Our archive reflects the depth, quality, and diversity of work we publish across each volume and issue, offering valuable resources for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students.
CALL FOR PAPERS 2026
SPECIAL EDITION OF THE JOURNAL OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN DEMOCRATIC TEACHERS UNION (JSADTU)
Theme: Sustaining Leadership Excellence: Women Shaping the Future of Higher Education
The Women Leaders in Higher Education (WLHE) Summit 2025 Organising Committee is pleased to invite full manuscript submissions for a Special Edition of the Journal of the South African Democratic Teachers Union (JSADTU), featuring selected papers from WLHE 2025 and contributions from leaders, emerging leaders, and scholars across the basic and higher education sectors.
This special edition is anchored in the 2025 Women Leaders in Higher Education (WLHE) Summit theme and centres on how women are sustaining leadership excellence while actively shaping the future of higher education. It invites scholarly, policy-oriented, and practice-based contributions that examine women’s leadership across academic, institutional, and system levels, with attention to long-term impact,
Contributions are encouraged to explore how women leaders navigate complexity, drive innovation,
advance equity and inclusion, and foster institutional cultures that support wellbeing, health, and ethical
practice. The special edition also welcomes critical engagement with digital transformation and artificial
intelligence as strategic tools for enhancing leadership effectiveness, governance, teaching, research,
and societal impact across higher and interconnected education sectors
resilience, and sustainability.
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Address:
SADTU Village Portion 74,
Cnr Dann road & Loam street,
Glen Marais Ext 144,
Kempton Park 1619
Contacts:
Dr. Malau David Matsepe,
Chief Editor
Department of Research
South African Democratic Teacher Union
Glen Marais, Kempton Park
South Africa
DMatsepe@sadtu.org.za
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