Namibia has recorded an improvement in its standing on the global press freedom index, reaffirming its position as one of Africa's leading voices for media freedom and democratic expression.

The latest ranking has sparked renewed conversation around the state of journalism, media independence, and the challenges that still face the profession in an evolving information landscape.

To unpack what this progress means for Namibia's media sector and the broader implications for democracy and public accountability, Ivan Shishanda spoke to Dr Wanja Njuguna, Senior Lecturer in the Media Department at NUST.