Lister looks back on a 40-year journey.

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THE NAMIBIAN recently celebrated 40 years of existence. During tributes and recollections, many have noted how the paper has become a pillar of independent journalism in the country. Its founder, Gwen Lister, recalls the early challenges of publishing under apartheid, the crucial role of civil society, and the mission to give Namibians a voice. From arrests to shaping the nation’s media landscape, Lister reflects on the highs and lows by joining Desert FM to take a trip down memory lane.