Author Guideline

Authors are invited to make a submission to Fastlane Journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of Fastlane Journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review (editorial review at the moment) before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission. Paper submission deadline for the upcoming Vol 2, Issue 1 is 27th March 2026.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined below.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.
Manuscript Formatting
  • File Format: Submissions must be produced in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).
  • Font and Size: Times New Roman, 12.
  • Alignment: Justified.
  • Spacing: Single line spacing including references and figures.
  • Headings and Subheadings: Make sure the content is structured in accordance with proper heading and subheading style.

Title: It should be clear and specific so that identifies the subject, length should not exceed 20 words. All authors must provide their name, affiliation and contact information. Make it clear that the corresponding author is underlined with an asterisk (*).

Abstract: The organized abstract of a quantitative study should not exceed 250 words, and it should entail the following sections: objectives, methodology, findings, and conclusion.

Keywords: Use 3–6 words that characterize the key topic areas of the manuscript under discussion.

All figures and tables should be inserted in to the main body MS-Word document and not submitted as separate files. Title and legends have to be provided while creating the figure and table.

When citing, use the APA, MLA, or Chicago styles depending on your school’s guidelines. Every source cited should be arranged alphabetically at the end of the manuscript.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

Fastlane Journal operates under an open-access model. An Article Processing Charge (APC) of 30 USD is applicable upon acceptance of the manuscript. This fee covers the cost of editorial services, peer review management, and online hosting.

When to Pay: The APC is payable only after the manuscript has been accepted for publication. No charges are incurred during the submission or review stages.

Payment Methods: We accept payments via bank transfers to Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Account no. 1333503768 or PayPal to info@fastlanejournal.com. Detailed payment instructions will be sent to the corresponding author upon acceptance of the manuscript.

For any inquiries or further assistance, please contact us at info@fastlanejournal.com. We look forward to receiving your submission and thank you for considering Fastlane Journal as a platform for sharing your knowledge.