The Zambia Journal of History (ZJH) is a double-blind peer- reviewed journal published in English twice a year. It is published by the Department of Historical and Archaeological Studies of the University of Zambia with the goal of promoting historical research in Zambia and disseminating knowledge. The Journal is published on an open access platform (online ISSN 3005-4532 and Print ISSN 1815-025X). This special issue has been published in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of Zambia's independence. Themed Zambia 60 Years On: Reflections on Politics, Economy and Diplomacy, the articles in the current issue provide a benchmark in historical research by focusing on diverse topics on Zambia’s history in the past six decades. The topics are essentially historical and contemporary in nature encompassing various aspects of Zambia’s post-colonial period since independence in October 1964.
Published: 2025-04-25