n South African Journal of Child Health - SAJCH in 2010 : editorial

Abstract

The South African Journal of Child Health is starting its fourth year of existence this year. The first three years were eventful and full of the usual surprises - and scary moments - of early childhood. Starting a new journal in the current plethora of both print and digital medical journals is certainly intimidating, but SAJCH has achieved significant milestones. We now have an established peer-reviewed medical journal in the field of paediatrics and child health - the first in South Africa. In addition, the journal is attracting both submissions and readers from beyond this country and even beyond the continent. Up to 25% of published articles are from authors working outside South Africa!