05
May
Niël Terblanché Namibia has reclaimed the top spot in Africa as the country with the freest press. According to World Press Freedom Index, Namibia is not only ranking high on the African ladder but is also 22nd from the top, globally. On Wednesday, the world commemorated Press Freedom Day. In a statement, President Hage Geingob stated that the media is crucial to democracy, plays an essential role in keeping the public informed and is there to keep Government institutions accountable. “Therefore, the media is an important pillar of effective governance and should be assured that I will guarantee freedom of…