Observatory of Killed Journalists
On 23 June 2025, journalist Abdirisaq Qasim was arrested in Berbera after publishing a report on a Member of Parliament’s […]
On Saturday, 24 May 2025, eleven Somali journalists were detained and intimidated by officers from the National Intelligence and Security […]
On 24 May 2025, Journalist Abdikadir Mohamed Aw- Hassan was arrested in Hargeysa. He was detained over a post he […]
On 23 May 2025, Ali Maalin Nor, a reporter for Horn Cable TV based in Galkayo, was detained by Galmudug […]
On 1st May 2025, journalist Mohamed Suldan Osman was detained in Gabiley, Somaliland by the regional governor for reporting on […]
On the morning of 29 April 2025, four journalists were detained by police officers in Deyniile District, Mogadishu, while covering […]
What we want?
Protect and Promote Freedom of the Press
Ensuring media freedom, access to information, and the inalienable principles of freedom of expression are protected and promoted.
Improve Working Conditions and Safety of Journalists
Advocating for better working conditions and prioritizing the safety and security of journalists in the media industry.
Defend and Promote Ethical Standards in Journalism
Upholding high professional standards among journalists, defending and promoting ethical and quality journalism practices.
Promote Gender Equity and Equality
Eliminating patriarchy and gender-based violence in favor of gender equity and equality within the media industry and society.
Highlight Journalism's Role in Societal Development
Increasing awareness and appreciation of the role and impact of quality journalism as a catalyst for positive societal change.
Lobby Nationally and Internationally for Journalists' Rights
Representing diverse journalists' interests, lobbying both nationally and internationally for the rights and protections of Somali journalists.
Awards
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) has won prestigious international awards in recognition of its tenacious fight to defend the international principle of press freedom in Somalia.
2005.
The Paris-based international media freedom watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RWB) awarded NUSOJ the Fondation de France International Press Freedom Defender prize in 2005.
The U.S. National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) honored the National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) in August 2007 with its Coveted Annual Percy Qoboza Foreign Journalist Award for defending press freedom.
2007.
2008.
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) received in April 2008 the Democracy Courage Award on behalf of Somali journalists from the World Movement for Democracy (WMD).
NUSOJ received the French Republic's liberty, equality, fraternity human rights prize awarded by the Commission nationale consultative des droits de l'homme in France on 10 December 2009.
2009.
According to the statement released by the French Government through its embassy in Nairobi, the Commission nationale consultative des droits de l’homme (CNCDH) awarded the NUSOJ the prize, “a special distinction, in recognition of the work the union has been doing in encouraging freedom of speech, and defending and enhancing media freedom and human rights in Somalia”.
Welcome to NUSOJ
NUSOJ is the oldest and most representative media organization
in Somalia, representing over 780 of Somalia’s 1,100 journalists
Driving Change through Empowered, Quality and Independent Journalism
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: Global Alliances and Recognitions
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).
State of the Media Report
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) releases its highly anticipated State of Media Report which paints a disturbing picture of a journalism profession under siege on multiple fronts.
The report describes how state and non-state actors wage concerted campaigns to repress journalists and violate their rights with impunity, reflecting a total disregard for media freedom in Somalia.
Let's empower and engage
Somali Journalism
The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) is a national labor union representing over 600 of Somalia’s 1000 journalists, who established or joined the union in order to uphold and defend their interests, needs and rights cooperatively and deal with employers, authorities and other sectors in the society collectively. NUSOJ is a fervent champion for media freedom, the rights of journalists, workers’ rights and for social justice in Somalia.
NUSOJ is a Proud member of IFJ and a Partner organisation of RSF
Driving Change through Empowered, Quality and Independent Journalism
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: Global Alliances and Recognitions
NUSOJ is a proud member of:
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).