NUSOJ is the oldest and most representative media organization
in Somalia, representing over 871 of Somalia’s 1,150 journalists
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is deeply saddened by the death of Bashir Mohamed Abdullahi, a reporter with Arlaadi Media Network, who died in the early hours of Monday, 7 September, from the serious injuries he sustained after being shot in Baidoa on 3 September 2026. According to information provided to NUSOJ by the local journalists, Bashir, 23,
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) releases its highly anticipated State of Media Report, which presents a troubling picture of journalism under siege on multiple fronts. The report details how both state and non-state actors wage systematic campaigns to suppress journalists and violate their rights with impunity, demonstrating a complete disregard for media freedom in Somalia.
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is dedicated to empowering and engaging Somali journalism to serve the public interest, as a crucial force in public policy engagement and a catalyst for change. By prioritising capacity building, ethical standards, mass media mobilisation, social dialogue and the protection of journalists’ rights, NUSOJ strives to elevate the quality, integrity and positive impact of journalism in Somalia. This initiative ensures that journalists can operate freely and responsibly, delivering accurate and relevant information to the public without fear or favour. Through strategic collaboration with various stakeholders, NUSOJ is committed to fostering a media environment that champions transparency, accountability, democratic governance, behavioural change and an informed citizenry, driving the transformation that Somalia needs.
NUSOJ is a proud member of:
1. International Federation of Journalists (IFJ)
2. Federation of African Journalists (FAJ)
3. Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU)
It is also Somalia’s partner of Reporters Without Borders (Reporters Sans Frontières – RSF) and enjoys Consultative Status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC).
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is dedicated to empowering and engaging Somali journalism to serve the public interest, as a crucial force in public policy engagement and a catalyst for change. By prioritising capacity building, ethical standards, mass media mobilisation, social dialogue and the protection of journalists’ rights, NUSOJ strives to elevate the quality, integrity and positive impact of journalism in Somalia. This initiative ensures that journalists can operate freely and responsibly, delivering accurate and relevant information to the public without fear or favour. Through strategic collaboration with various stakeholders, NUSOJ is committed to fostering a media environment that champions transparency, accountability, democratic governance, behavioural change and an informed citizenry, driving the transformation that Somalia needs.
International Federation of Journalists (IFJ)
Federation of African Journalists (FAJ)
Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU)
It is also Somalia’s partner of Reporters Without Borders (Reporters Sans Frontières – RSF) and enjoys Consultative Status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC).
