Namibia leads in media freedom with new police training module

Niël Terblanché In a move to maintain media freedom and journalist safety, the Namibian Police (NAMPOL), in collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), has taken a significant step forward by introducing a new training module focused on freedom of expression and the safety of journalists. This initiative places Namibia at the forefront of African nations in promoting a safer environment for media professionals and upholding the values of free expression. The training module, now a part of the basic curriculum for NAMPOL officers of all ranks, was officially approved following a pilot ‘Training of Trainers’…