Scholarly Book Publishing Archives

Recent open-access books on SDG 1: No poverty In a world striving for sustainable development, the role of knowledge dissemination cannot be overstated. SDG 1 – No poverty – is crucial for advancing inclusive and sustainable development, contributing to a better future for all. To support this mission, we are proud to showcase a curated list of recently published open-access books...

Recent open-access books on SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth In a world striving for sustainable development, the role of knowledge dissemination cannot be overstated. SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth – is crucial for advancing inclusive and sustainable development, contributing to a better future for all. To support this mission, we are proud to showcase a curated list...

Who owns our knowledge? Exploring the theme of open access week 2025 At AOSIS, we believe that knowledge should be open to everyone—not confined behind paywalls or restricted to a privileged few. As a dedicated open-access scholarly journal and book publisher, our mission has always been to make research and scholarship truly accessible, supporting global collaboration and the...

Why open access is the future of academic publishing Academic publishing is undergoing a profound transformation. Open access is no longer just an alternative—it’s becoming the future. With the traditional paywalled model proving to be a barrier to knowledge access, open access is breaking down walls and fostering a culture of collaboration and transparency in research. But what is...

Proverbs and their potential to power Social Cohesion in South Africa through multilingualism How a groundbreaking open-access book Soshanguve Paremiology+: A Multilingual Approach uses indigenous proverbs to foster unity, respect and cultural pride across communities. This publication also marks a significant milestone as AOSIS’s first multilingual book, setting a new standard...

The mystery of consciousness: ISOP seminar at the University of Pretoria On 13 May 2025, the Interdisciplinary School of Psychology (ISOP) held a seminar in the University of Pretoria’s Merensky Library Auditorium at Hatfield Campus. The event explored the topic, ‘The mystery of consciousness: you are your brain, you are without your brain, or you have a brain’, which aligns with the themes...

‘Future-Proofing STEAME Education in South Africa’: Featured in University World News The open-access book Future-proofing STEAME Education in South Africa addresses key challenges in science education, focusing on teacher training, arts integration, and entrepreneurship. According to University World News, the book emphasises the need to rethink teacher training, particularly for...

Interviewing the Editors of Future-Proofing STEAME Education in South Africa AOSIS recently had the privilege of interviewing the four volume editors of the open-access book Future-proofing STEAME Education in South Africa – Rajendran Govender, Josef de Beer, Rouaan Maarman, and Rajendra Chetty. Supported by funding from Standard Bank, South Africa, this book offers innovative perspectives on...

Obituary for Professor Andries Gideon van Aarde 25 April 1951–25 November 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Professor Andries Gideon van Aarde, a visionary scholar, beloved mentor, and tireless advocate for inclusivity and justice. Born on 25 April 1951 in Pretoria, South Africa, Professor Van Aarde dedicated 50 years of his life to the University...

Promote your open-access article or book Boosting the visibility and impact of your published open-access article or book is essential. Because authors retain copyright on their articles and books published by AOSIS by means of a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), authors can use many strategies to do so. Below is an overview of strategies to ensure...