Mekelle University Online Journals

East African Journal of Health Sciences an open access biannual peer reviewed journal interested in original research in the areas of health. The journal welcomes submissions of original research papers, systematic reviews that provide original information on health issues, case series, case reports and letters to the editor (correspondence) usually commenting on a recent publication in the journal. The journal also publishes special issues which bring together collections of papers on a particular theme usually edited by a guest editor and subject to customary reviewing process.

Momona Ethiopian Journal of Science (MEJS) is a free access e-journal devoted primarily to the original contributions containing original scientific findings in any of the science fields, having national or international appeal and significance. It is aimed to publish the research output mainly related to earth science, physical sciences, chemical sciences, biological sciences and computational sciences; and focuses on all aspects of geology, chemistry, physics, biology and mathematics and related areas. 

The Journal of the Drylands is a peer-reviewed journal, published bi-annually by Mekelle University. The Journal of the Drylands publishes: Original research articles, Integrative scientific and development researches, reviewed articles,  feature articles,  short communications, book reviews, letter to editors from arid and semiarid regions, addressing Agriculture, Natural Resources, Pastoralism, Biotechnology, Food Sciences, Geography, Geology, Pedology, Hydrology, Biology, Ecology, Climate and Climate Change, Land Degradation, Soil and Water Conservation, Land Use Policy Environmental Monitoring and Management.

International Journal of International Journal of Business and Development (IJBD)  is a bi-annual( June and December), open access, peer-reviewed International journal that publishes both theoretical and empirical research papers in the fields of Business and Development issues. The focus of the journal is original completed research that has application to academicians, researchers, business persons and public policy makers within the broad areas of business, economics and development.

Ethiopian Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Production (EJVSAP) was established in 2017 by Mekelle University. It is a peer-reviewed interdisciplinary open access e-journal dedicated to provide the advancement and dissemination of scientific knowledge on veterinary sciences, biomedical sciences, animal production and related disciplines. It covers all the scientific and technological aspect of veterinary sciences and animal production. The aim of this journal is to publish high quality papers regularly, twice a year published in English. There is no cost to the user to read or publish manuscripts.

ITYOP̣IS – Northeast African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (INEAJSSH) appears biannually. In addition, special issues are published on an irregular basis. Subscription orders shall be submitted to the editorial office. Manuscripts of scholarly articles, including miscellaneous articles, book reviews, conference reports, and research abstracts, are welcome and shall be submitted in electronic form (Word and PDF). They have to be based on original research. After screening, articles are submitted to external reviewers for peer review. ITYOP̣IS reserves the right to make necessary language changes, request the author to do so, or reject the article submitted. By their submission, authors agree that their article will be published also in the e-version of ITYOP̣IS. Manuscripts will not be returned.  

Branna Journal of Engineering and Technology (BJET) is established in September 2017 at Ethiopian Institute of Technology-Mekelle (EiT-M), Mekelle University to publish qualified articles biannually. The name Branna is given to this journal in praise of the ancient Ethiopian civilization in the area of literature.  Ancient Ethiopians used to write their literatures on a parchment referred to us “Branna”, hence the name to this journal. BJET is a multidisciplinary platform that aims to publish quality research and innovation outcomes in the areas of engineering and technology. Since reputability and wide acceptance among researchers is the main concern of the journal, only articles with impactful results and well discussed in a way that is easily understandable to the wide readership are considered for publication.     

Ethiopian Journal of Gender Research (EJGR) is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Institute of Environment, Gender and Development Studies (IEGDS) at Mekelle University. The main objective of EJGR is to generate  discussion  and provide  a platform  for researchers,  academics,  professionals, practitioners and students to impart and share  knowledge  in  the form of high quality academic works that advance  the scholarship with in  the broad spectrum  of methodological, theoretical,  practical or comparative study of issues related to gender. EJGR aims to become the leading and pioneer journal in Gender Studies in Ethiopia.

The Journal of Educational and Behavioral Sciences (JEBS ) is double-blind peer reviewed journal which accepts research articles related to education and/or other areas that have clear implications to education. It is hosted by the institute of Pedagogical sciences –Mekelle University. The journal publishes two issues per year and published articles will be available online in the journal’s archive.

The MU-Journal of Political Science and Strategic Studies (MU-JPSSS) is dedicated to advancing scholarly discourse in the fields of political science and strategic studies, particularly as they pertain to Africa. The journal aims to publish high-quality research that contributes to the understanding of political dynamics, social issues, and strategic developments within the continent and beyond.

Hateta-Journal of Philosophy and Applied Ethics (H-JPAE) is a peer review journal of the department of philosophy, College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH). It aims to cover a wide range of topics in the area of philosophy and related fields of studies. This journal was initiated to boost academic engagements through reflection and by means of articulation and logical argumentation and that will allows us to analyze and critically examine the most fundamental questions (including) of man, natural environment, knowledge of God, existence. The main purpose of this journal therefore is facilitating access to various academic knowledge of philosophy and a host of other related fields and serving as a channel of disseminating the formerly stated scholarly activities.

The Journal of Citizenship and Morality (JCM), published under the Department of Civics and Ethics since 2017, is a biannual, peer-reviewed academic journal.   The scope of the Journal includes:   Citizenship and its evolving definitions in a globalised world  Morality and ethics in political, social, and economic systems  Governance and civic responsibility in diverse cultural and political contexts  The role of education in fostering citizenship and moral values  Interdisciplinary perspectives on civics, ethics, and morality Ethical dilemmas in public policy, law, and human righ

Mekelle University Law Journal (MULJ)  is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the School of Law at Mekelle University. It serves as a platform for sharing scholarly legal knowledge and interdisciplinary legal studies, with a strong commitment to enhancing legal education, promoting the rule of law, and bridging the gap between law and practice in Ethiopia and beyond. The journal publishes original contributions in both English and Amharic, and accepts submissions in other local languages accompanied by an English or Amharic abstract. MULJ is published annually in both print and online versions, accepting high-quality original research articles, review articles, case comment, and book reviews. Special Issues can be published based on specific research themes.

JDA is a peer-reviewed, biannual open-access journal focused on demography and population studies. It is the first of its kind from Mekelle University, Ethiopia, and one of the few in East Africa. JDA aims to bridge demography with various disciplines, including sociology, anthropology, psychology, economics, geography, GIS, public and reproductive health, statistics, mathematics, and related fields. Ethiopia has trained many demographers, but the lack of suitable journals has hindered their publications—JDA seeks to fill this gap. International in scope, it welcomes original research, technical notes, book reviews, and conference abstracts. Peer-reviewed by experts, JDA also supports migration studies and related fields such as public health, climate change, and gender studies.

The Journal of Dialogue on Migration Dynamics (JDMD) is a peer reviewed international academic journal published and hosted by the Center for Migration Studies (CMS), Institute of Population Studies, Mekelle University. The Journal publishes theoretical contributions as well as empirical research articles in the disciplines of migration dynamics (internal and international), the nexus between migration and development, internally displaced people, refugees, returnees reintegration, human trafficking and smuggling, drivers of migration, migration and urbanization and other contemporary issues related to migration. The Journal of Dialogue on Migration Dynamics (JDMD) also publishes book and article reviews, short communications that have clear connections to the contemporary migration dynamics. However, unless otherwise, the need for the book and article reviews including the short communications are found to be relevant and convincing to the editor-in-chief, due weight will be given to research articles (empirical and non-empirical types).

Welcome to 2 nd International Conference on Engineering and Technology (ICET-25), set to take place on 20th & 21th of August 2025, in the vibrant city of Mekelle, Tigray Ethiopia organized by Ethiopian Institute of Technology-Mekelle (EiT-M), Mekelle University. This conference presents a unique opportunity for Engineers, Research Scholars, and Students to actively engage with leading technology experts. It serves as an exceptional platform to unveil and explore new equipment, cutting-edge technologies, and innovative procedures. Attendees can anticipate engaging discussions, presentations, and demonstrations of cutting-edge technologies, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Hosted by EiT-M, a renowned institution dedicated to educational research, the conference promises to be a valuable platform for fostering innovation and addressing contemporary challenges in engineering and technology. This conference series is organized by Mekelle University, Ethiopian Institute of Technology-Mekelle (EiT-M) , with the mission of fostering global collaboration and knowledge exchange in cutting-edge areas of science and engineering.