About Us
Zegu Press
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About Us
About ZEGU Press
Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University Press (ZEGUP) is an emerging academic publisher dedicated to advancing scholarly excellence and innovation across all disciplines. Committed to rigorous academic standards, we ensure all manuscripts undergo a meticulous double-blind peer review process, guaranteeing the publication of high-quality, credible research that contributes meaningfully to global knowledge. As a catalyst for industrial development and problem-solving, ZEGUP bridges the gap between academia and industry by publishing cutting-edge, solutions-oriented research. We actively foster academic collaboration, support emerging scholars, and enhance ZEGU’s digital footprint through innovative open-access platforms and digital publishing solutions. By maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing while promoting practical applications of research, ZEGUP serves as a vital knowledge hub – empowering researchers, informing policy, and driving sustainable development in Zimbabwe and beyond. Our publications span diverse fields including STEM, social sciences, and indigenous knowledge systems, with special attention to research addressing Africa’s developmental challenges.
Aims
- Publish solution-oriented research relevant to Zimbabwe and Africa
- Build local expertise in academic publishing
- Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed research that meets international academic standards
- Promote rigorous scholarship across all disciplines
- Provide publishing opportunities for emerging scholars
- Improve ZEGU’s digital presence through open-access platforms
Scope
ZEGU Press (ZEGUP) is a dynamic academic press dedicated to advancing cutting-edge, solutions-oriented research across disciplines, with a strong focus on African scholarship and global relevance. Our scope encompasses:
Core Disciplinary Coverage: ZEGUP publishes high-quality, peer-reviewed research in six key thematic areas through its flagship journals:
1. Oikos: Journal of Ecology, Science & Technology
- Covers: Agriculture, Food Systems, Health Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Engineering, and Environmental Ecology
- Focus: Innovative scientific solutions for sustainable development
2. Review of Rural Resilience Praxis
- Examines: Rural livelihoods, sociology, psychology, and health systems
- Specialises: Resilience strategies for economic, ecological, and cultural challenges
3. Ngenani: Journal of Community Engagement
- Explores: Ethnographic studies of communities (business, academic, digital)
- Investigates: Social dynamics, conflict resolution, and human ecosystem development
4. Futures: Journal of Leadership & Governance
- Analyses: Political, technological, and educational futures
- Projects: Impact of emerging trends on policy and leadership
5. Lighthouse: Journal of Law & Public Policy
- Critiques: Legal frameworks, institutional mechanisms, and policy effectiveness
- Provides: Evidence-based policy recommendations
6. Kuveza ne Kuumba: Journal of Design & Innovation
- Champions: Creative problem-solving through design thinking
- Showcases: Market-ready innovations and aesthetic breakthroughs
# Our Vision & Mission
Our Mission
To be the leading scholarly publisher that drives problem-solving innovation, industrial growth, and sustainable development by transforming cutting-edge research into actionable knowledge for academia, industry, and society.
Our Vision
Our mission is to bridge academia and industry by publishing high-impact, solutions-oriented research that drives innovation, industrial growth, and sustainable development.
We curate and disseminate actionable knowledge through rigorous peer review, strategic partnerships, and accessible digital platforms, empowering researchers, businesses, and policymakers to transform cutting-edge discoveries into real-world applications. By prioritising practical scholarship with clear implementation pathways, we catalyse progress in critical sectors while fostering a culture of collaboration between universities, industries, and communities for tangible societal impact.
