Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) continue to pose a major threat to global health. In Africa, the burden of heart diseases remains disproportionately high compared to global figures. Moreover, hospital readmissions among patients with cardiovascular diseases contribute substantially to this burden. This review seeks to map the available evidence on the prevalence and risk factors associated with readmissions among patients with cardiovascular diseases in Africa. This review will be guided by the guidelines proposed by Aromataris & Pearson (2014) and is expected generate evidence that will inform targeted, evidence-based interventions aimed at reducing CVD-related readmission and mortality in Africa. Additionally, the findings will contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3, specifically target 3.4, which aims to reduce premature mortality from non-communicable diseases
