South African Museums Association Bulletin

Aims & Scope

SAMAB is an accredited journal approved by the South African Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and has been published by SAMA since 1936.

The South African Museums Association Bulletin (SAMAB) provides a forum for the publication of peer reviewed articles that promote the discussion, debate and the dissemination and exchange of information on aspects of museology, with particular but not exclusive reference to South Africa.

SAMAB also enables the communication of current issues, practices and policies regarding collections management, curatorial discourse, museum administration, research, exhibitions, visitor studies, community engagement, education, conservation and other topics relevant to the museum and wider heritage sector.

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Arts and Humanities, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Constructs of Expedience and Places of Experience: the Iziko South African National Gallery and the Formulation of National Imaginaries

  Citation: 0

  Authors: Heidi

• The Influence of Power and Politics on Museum and Archive Collection Development in Zimbabwe’s Information Centres

  Citation: 0

  Authors: Munyika, Pauline

• Bringing the Care Capital to the Worcester Museum: Critical Reflections on Foundational Research for Developing a More Inclusive Museum

  Citation: 0

  Authors: Cynthia, Katie

• Thinking and Learning Differently: Collaboration between the Western Cape Museum Services and Stellenbosch Academy as a Case Study

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  Authors: Helene, Neil