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The African Journal of Business Incubation and Acceleration (ABIA) will encompass a range of topics from business incubation, acceleration, agri-business, entrepreneurship, livelihoods, and economic resilience. ABIA welcomes submissions that explore emerging issues, innovative approaches, and best practices. The journal seeks to contextualize research and articles within the focus on economic resilience and self-reliance in various communities.

ABIA seeks to cover topics related to the theory and practice of business incubation, including models, strategies, and best practices for supporting start-ups and entrepreneurial ventures. This includes topics such as incubator management, acceleration management, business mentoring, funding mechanisms, networking, and ecosystem development. It will also focus on acceleration management practices, agri-business, agricultural entrepreneurship, and rural development, including topics such as value chain development, agricultural innovation, sustainable farming practices, rural livelihoods, market access, and agripreneurship. In addition, ABIA will explore various aspects of entrepreneurship, including entrepreneurial mindset, opportunity identification, business models, growth strategies, entrepreneurial finance, social entrepreneurship, and women entrepreneurship. Furthermore, ABIA will examine topics related to livelihoods, economic resilience, and self-reliance within different communities. This includes research on income diversification, poverty alleviation, acceleration management, community development, livelihood strategies, and resilience-building approaches. Articles that address policy frameworks, regulatory environments, and government interventions related to business incubation, agri-business, entrepreneurship, and rural development will also be published as well as those that showcase practical case studies, success stories, and lessons learned from real-world implementation.

The African Journal of Business Incubation and Acceleration (ABIA) has been designed to be a valuable resource with various applications for different stakeholders and actors with incubation and acceleration ecosystem.  ABIA provides a reputable outlet for scholars to disseminate their findings, theories, methodologies, and empirical evidence. In addition, it will contribute to the development of robust policies and strategies in the fields of business incubation, acceleration, agri-business, entrepreneurship, and rural development. Policymakers can utilize the research articles, authoritative reviews, and synthesis articles published in ABIA to gain insights, evidence-based recommendations, and innovative ideas for formulating effective policies. The journal will also offer practical insights and lessons learned from successful case studies, real-world experiences, and best practices. Practitioners, including business incubators, agri-business professionals, entrepreneurs, and development practitioners, can apply these insights in their day-to-day operations, program design, and implementation. Our journal will also facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration among researchers, academicians, practitioners, and policymakers. It encourages dialogue and exchange of ideas, fostering a community of professionals who can learn from each other's experiences, engage in debates, and build networks for future collaboration and partnerships. Furthermore, it will also contribute to capacity building efforts by providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their expertise and knowledge. The articles published in ABIA can serve as valuable resources for training programs, workshops, and seminars focused on business incubation, agri-business, entrepreneurship, and rural development. Decision making is a very important aspect, and this will be supported by the ABIA journal. ABIA's research-based articles and evidence-based recommendations can support decision-making processes at various levels. Whether it is deciding on funding allocations, program design, or policy directions, stakeholders can rely on ABIA to access relevant and reliable information to make informed decisions.

The target actors and beneficiaries of the African Journal of Business Incubation and Acceleration (ABIA) include a diverse range of stakeholders who are involved in or interested in the fields of business incubation, acceleration, agri-business, entrepreneurship, livelihoods, and economic resilience.

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