Statement on Ethical Research and Scholarly Publishing Practices

JOINTLY ISSUED BY ASSAf, CHE, DHET, NRF AND USAf

Since the global adoption of the Singapore Statement on Research Integrity in 2010 (www.singaporestatement.org), which we jointly subscribe to, adherence to its principles has not improved. In support of ensuring quality research of high integrity in South Africa and globally, we find it impelling to reiterate to the South African research community the fundamental principles of scholarly research and publishing (which we endorse) and appeal to this community to act demonstrably in advancing research integrity. The following principles should inform ethical research and scholarly publishing practices.

Please see the document below to read the full statement: