Welcome to the seventh edition of Publisher’s Pulse (January 2026), where HSRC Press highlights its latest milestones in advancing scholarship from Africa and the Global South. This edition reflects on a successful year of global engagement, featuring insights from the Frankfurt Book Fair 2025, where the the HSRC Press team focused on digital publishing strategies and AI innovations, as well as the HSRC’s Engaged Research Conference, which facilitated vital connections with high-level stakeholders and research communities. Readers will also find details on new publications and impactful book launches, such as Conversational Bridges in African Feminisms, alongside post-publication reviews for titles like Biko’s Edge and Performing Masculinities. As HSRC Press moves into 2026 with renewed energy, this newsletter celebrates its continued dedication to publishing excellence, open access, and digital innovation

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