About Somaliland NTV

Our Story

Somaliland NTV was founded in 2010 by a group of Hargeisa-based journalists who believed that Somaliland's democratic story deserved to be told on its own terms. What began as a small digital newsroom has grown into the most-visited Somali-English news portal in the region, serving over 2 million readers monthly.

We cover the full spectrum of Somaliland life — from the landmark decisions made inside the House of Representatives to the grassroots innovations reshaping farming in Togdheer region. Our journalism bridges the gap between Somaliland and the wider world, giving a voice to communities that are too often overlooked by the international press.

Editorial Values

Every story we publish is guided by four core principles:

• Accuracy — We verify every claim before publication. We correct errors promptly and transparently.
• Independence — We accept no editorial direction from political parties, governments, or advertisers.
• Fairness — We give all sides of a story the opportunity to respond before we publish.
• Public Interest — We prioritize stories that matter to the people of Somaliland and the Somali diaspora.

What We Cover

Our newsroom produces original reporting across eight verticals:

• 🏛️ Politics & Governance — Elections, parliament, policy, diplomacy
• 📈 Economy & Business — Trade, investment, fintech, livestock, ports
• 🎭 Culture & Heritage — Arts, literature, language, history, tourism
• ⚽ Sports — Football, athletics, community sports events
• 🏥 Health & Society — Public health, education, humanitarian affairs
• 🌱 Environment — Climate, agriculture, water, renewable energy
• 💻 Technology — Telecom, mobile money, digital innovation
• 🌐 World — Horn of Africa, regional affairs, international news

Our Newsroom

Somaliland NTV is headquartered at our editorial offices on 26 June Road in Hargeisa, with correspondents based in Berbera, Borama, Burao, and Erigavo. We also work with a network of freelance contributors and diaspora reporters in London, Dubai, Minneapolis, and Toronto.

Our editorial team is led by Editor-in-Chief Fadumo A. Jama, with specialized desks for politics, economy, culture, and international affairs. All our journalists adhere to the Somaliland Press Code and international press freedom standards.

Awards & Recognition

Somaliland NTV has been recognized by the African Journalism Awards (2022, 2024), the Horn of Africa Press Freedom Foundation, and the Global Editors Network for excellence in digital journalism and commitment to independent reporting.

How to Support Us

Independent journalism is only possible with reader support. You can help by sharing our stories, subscribing to our daily newsletter, and engaging with our social media channels. We do not charge a paywall — Somaliland's news should be free for all.