#WorldPressFreedomDay: Radio Miraya Journalists Speak Out on Why Press Freedom matters

South Sudan is ranked 144th out of 180 countries on the Reporters Without Borders world press freedom index.

The index measures the level of freedom available to journalists in various countries. It evaluates “pluralism, independence of the media, quality of legislative framework and safety of journalists in each country.”

South Sudan press has its challenges, many journalists continue to operate providing vital information to the people.

Radio Miraya journalists speak up on how important press freedom is to their work and the country at large.

Listen.