Stichting ASOJ

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Nederland
Breda
Stichting ASOJ

Vision
A free, independent, and responsible Somali media landscape where journalists can operate without fear, harassment, or censorship.

Associated Somali Journalists [ASOJ] is nonprofit organization dedicated in press freedom and human rights, the organization represents more than one thousand journalists in 14 provinces across South central Somalia Journalists The Associated Somali Journalists (ASOJ) is a registered nonprofit organization committed to safeguarding press freedom, advancing human rights, and supporting the professi

onal development of journalists in Somalia. Founded to serve as a collective voice for the Somali media community, ASOJ represents more than 1,000 journalists across 14 provinces in South-Central Somalia. Mission
To defend the rights of journalists, uphold ethical journalism, and ensure the free flow of information as a cornerstone of democracy and social justice in Somalia. Core Objectives

Promote press freedom and the right to free expression. Advocate for the protection and safety of journalists in conflict and post-conflict areas. Provide legal, technical, and moral support to journalists facing threats or persecution. Train and equip media practitioners with modern journalism skills. Monitor and report violations against journalists and media houses. Membership
ASOJ brings together over 1,000 professional journalists, including reporters, editors, photographers, and broadcasters from print, radio, television, and online platforms, covering all 14 provinces in South-Central Somalia. Key Activities

Advocacy campaigns for media rights and safety. Emergency assistance to threatened journalists. Media ethics and investigative journalism training. Networking and partnerships with international press freedom organizations. Headquarters: Mogadishu, Somalia
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://asoj.org

17/05/2026

# # STICHTING ASOJ UIT ZORGEN OVER TOENEMENDE DRUK OP ONAFHANKELIJKE MEDIA IN SOMALIË

**Breda, Nederland – 17 mei 2026**

**Stichting ASOJ (Associated Somali Journalists)** spreekt haar ernstige zorgen uit over de verslechterende situatie van onafhankelijke journalisten, mediaprofessionals en de vrijheid van meningsuiting in Somalië.

Volgens Stichting ASOJ ontstaat er steeds meer een gevaarlijke omgeving waarin onafhankelijke media worden geconfronteerd met intimidatie, censuur, willekeurige arrestaties, politieke druk en pogingen om kritische journalistiek het zwijgen op te leggen door middel van dwang en financiële beïnvloeding.

Onafhankelijke journalistiek vormt een van de belangrijkste pijlers van transparantie, publieke verantwoording, democratie en maatschappelijke bewustwording. Het onderdrukken van journalisten en kritische media schaadt het publieke vertrouwen en ondermijnt de democratische ontwikkeling van Somalië.

Stichting ASOJ roept de Federale Regering van Somalië en alle deelstaatregeringen op om onmiddellijk te stoppen met:

* Intimidatie en onderdrukking van journalisten en mediaprofessionals
* Willekeurige arrestaties in verband met politieke meningsuiting en onafhankelijke berichtgeving
* Het gebruik van financiële druk, omkoping en politieke beïnvloeding om media het zwijgen op te leggen
* Bedreigingen, intimidatie en censuur gericht tegen journalisten, verslaggevers en media-activisten

Stichting ASOJ benadrukt dat persvrijheid en vrijheid van meningsuiting fundamentele rechten zijn die beschermd moeten worden overeenkomstig de Somalische grondwet en internationale mensenrechtenverdragen.

Een democratische samenleving kan niet bestaan zonder onafhankelijke stemmen, kritische journalistiek en open maatschappelijk debat.

**STICHTING ASOJ**
Verdediging van Persvrijheid • Ondersteuning van Somalische Journalisten • Bevordering van Onafhankelijke Media

🌐 ASOJ.ORG

17/05/2026

STICHTING ASOJ OO KA DIGEYSO CADAADISKA SII KORDHAYA EE WARBAAHINTA MADAXA-BANNAAN EE SOOMAALIYA

Breda, Netherlands – 17 May 2026

Stichting ASOJ (Associated Somali Journalists) waxay walaac xooggan ka muujineysaa xaaladda sii xumaaneysa ee saxafiyiinta madaxa-bannaan, shaqaalaha warbaahinta, iyo xorriyadda hadalka ee Soomaaliya.

Sida ay sheegtay Stichting ASOJ, Soomaaliya waxay si tartiib tartiib ah u galeysaa jawi halis ah oo warbaahinta madaxa-bannaan ay wajahayaan cabsi gelin, xarig sharci darro ah, faafreeb, cadaadis siyaasadeed, iyo isku dayo lagu aamusiinayo warbaahinta dhaliisha gudbinaysa iyadoo la adeegsanayo awood iyo saameyn dhaqaale.

Saxaafadda madaxa-bannaan waxay kamid tahay tiirarka ugu muhiimsan ee isla xisaabtanka, hufnaanta, dimuqraadiyadda, iyo wacyigelinta bulshada. Caburinta saxafiyiinta iyo warbaahinta madaxa-bannaan waxay dhaawaceysaa kalsoonida shacabka waxayna wiiqeysaa horumarka dimuqraadiyadeed ee Soomaaliya.

Stichting ASOJ waxay ugu baaqeysaa Dowladda Federaalka Soomaaliya iyo dhammaan Dowlad Goboleedyada inay si degdeg ah u joojiyaan:

Cabsi gelinta iyo caburinta saxafiyiinta iyo shaqaalaha warbaahinta
Xarigyada sharci darrada ah ee la xiriira aragtida siyaasadeed iyo warbixinta madaxa-bannaan
Adeegsiga laaluush, cadaadis dhaqaale, iyo saameyn siyaasadeed si loo aamusiiyo warbaahinta
Hanjabaadaha, faafreebka, iyo dhibaateynta lagu hayo wariyeyaasha iyo dadka aragtidooda cabbiraya

Stichting ASOJ waxay carrabka ku adkeyneysaa in xorriyadda hadalka iyo xorriyadda saxaafaddu yihiin xuquuq aasaasi ah oo ay tahay in lagu ilaaliyo dastuurka Soomaaliya iyo heshiisyada caalamiga ah ee xuquuqul insaanka.

Bulsho dimuqraadi ah ma jiri karto iyadoo aan la helin codad madax-bannaan, saxafad dhaliil gudbin karta, iyo dood bulsho oo furan.

STICHTING ASOJ
Difaaca Xorriyadda Saxaafadda • Taageerada Saxafiyiinta Soomaalida • Horumarinta Warbaahinta Madaxa-bannaan

🌐 ASOJ.ORG

17/05/2026

ASSOCIATED SOMALI JOURNALISTS (ASOJ): Somalia’s Independent Media Faces Growing Pressure

ASSOCIATED SOMALI JOURNALISTS (ASOJ) expresses deep concern over the growing pressure facing independent journalism and freedom of expression in Somalia at a time when press freedom and democratic values appear to be weakening globally.

Somalia increasingly appears to be entering a dangerous period in which independent media voices are being intimidated, restricted, and silenced through political pressure, arbitrary arrests, censorship, and financial influence.

ASOJ believes that independent journalism remains one of the most important pillars of accountability, transparency, democracy, and public awareness in Somalia. Silencing journalists and suppressing critical voices only weakens public trust and damages democratic progress.

We call on the Federal Government of Somalia and all Federal Member States to immediately stop:

Suppression and intimidation targeting journalists and media workers
Arbitrary arrests linked to political expression and critical reporting
The use of financial pressure, bribery, and political influence to silence independent media
Threats and harassment directed at reporters, commentators, and media activists

ASOJ emphasizes that freedom of speech, press freedom, and independent journalism must be protected in accordance with Somalia’s constitutional principles and international human rights obligations.

A democratic society cannot survive without independent voices, critical reporting, and open public debate.

ASSOCIATED SOMALI JOURNALISTS (ASOJ)
Defending Press Freedom • Empowering Somali Journalists • Promoting Independent Media

17/05/2026

Stichting ASOJ Dahir Alasow Dahir Alasow Sirdoon Tv Freedom Fighters CPJ Africa - Committee to Protect Journalists CPJ Europe and Central Asia / Committee to Protect Journalists IFJ - International Federation of Journalists Villa Somalia

17/05/2026

STICHTING ASOJ
Associated Somali Journalists
Defending Press Freedom • Empowering Somali Journalists • Promoting Independent Media
Radio • TV • Digital Media • Investigative Journalism • Training & Advocacy
Serving Somali Journalists Worldwide

07/05/2026

ASOJ Condemns Arrest of Journalists in Mogadishu, Calls for Immediate Release

Mogadishu, Somalia – The Associated Somali Journalists (ASOJ) has strongly condemned the reported arrest of several journalists in Mogadishu, describing the incident as a serious violation of press freedom and fundamental human rights.

In a statement issued today, ASOJ expressed deep concern over the detention of journalists identified as Rowdo Xasan Taakilo, Xamdi Cabdi Caddoow, Cabdixamid Cabdikariim Xuseen, Cabdixakiim Muxuddiin Sheekh Cali, and Muscab Mire Indhayare, who were reportedly apprehended by security forces while on their way home.

ASOJ stated that the arrest of journalists under such circumstances raises grave concerns about the safety and independence of media professionals in Somalia. The organization emphasized that journalists must be allowed to carry out their work without fear of intimidation, harassment, or arbitrary detention.

“The targeting of journalists is unacceptable and undermines democratic principles, transparency, and accountability,” the statement read.

The organization called on the Federal Government of Somalia to:

Immediately and unconditionally release the detained journalists
Provide clear legal justification for their arrest
Ensure the protection and safety of all media workers across the country

ASOJ further urged security agencies to respect both national laws and international human rights standards, including the protection of freedom of expression and freedom of the press.

⚖️ Call for Accountability

ASOJ warned that continued actions against journalists could damage Somalia’s democratic progress and international reputation. The organization called on civil society, media stakeholders, and international partners to closely monitor the situation.

✔️ Conclusion:
ASOJ reaffirmed its commitment to defending the rights of journalists and ensuring that Somalia remains a place where free and independent media can operate without fear.

12/10/2025

War-saxaafadeed – Xaaladda Xorriyadda Hadalka ee Muqdisho

Taariikh: 12 Oktoobar 2025
Goobta: Muqdisho – Soomaaliya

Ururka Suxufiyiinta Soomaaliyeed (ASOJ) wuxuu muujinayaa walaac aad u weyn oo ku saabsan xaaladda sii xumaanaysa ee xorriyadda hadalka iyo saxaafadda madax-bannaan ee magaalada Muqdisho.

Maalmihii ugu dambeeyay waxaa isa soo taraya xiritaanka, hanjabaadaha, iyo caburinta suxufiyiinta iyo baraha warbaahinta, taasoo muujineysa in caasimaddu ay wajahday xaaladdii ugu xumeyd ee dhinaca xorriyadda hadalka tan iyo dib-u-heshiisiintii dalka.

ASOJ waxay si adag u cambaareyneysaa ficillada lagu caburinayo suxufiyiinta oo gudanaya waajibaadkooda shaqo, iyadoo la adeegsanayo awood dowladeed iyo cadaadis siyaasadeed oo aan waafaqsanayn dastuurka iyo shuruucda dalka.

Ururka wuxuu ugu baaqayaa madaxda dowlad federaalka, hay’adaha amniga iyo maamulka gobolka Banaadir in ay ixtiraamaan xuquuqda muwaadiniinta iyo suxufiyiinta, isla markaana ay joojiyaan fal kasta oo lid ku ah xorriyadda hadalka iyo warbaahinta madax-bannaan.

Xorriyadda saxaafadda waa tiirka ugu muhiimsan ee dowladnimo daah-furan.

ASOJ – Difaac Saxaafad Xorta ah, Difaac Bulsho Xog Ogaal ah.

12/10/2025

State of Freedom of Expression in Mogadishu
Date: 12 October 2025
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

The Associated Somali Journalists (ASOJ) expresses deep concern over the worsening situation of freedom of expression and independent journalism in Mogadishu.

In recent days, there has been a growing pattern of arbitrary arrests, intimidation, and suppression of journalists and media outlets, showing that the capital city is now facing its worst period for freedom of speech since the era of national reconciliation.

ASOJ strongly condemns all acts of harassment and censorship against journalists who are simply carrying out their professional duties. Such actions—often backed by state power and political pressure—are clear violations of Somalia’s Constitution and international human rights standards.

The organization calls on the Federal Government, security agencies, and the Benadir Regional Administration to respect the rights of citizens and journalists, and to immediately end all forms of intimidation, detention, or restrictions targeting the independent media.

Freedom of the press is a cornerstone of transparency and good governance.

ASOJ – Defending Free Press, Empowering an Informed Society.

12/10/2025

Press Release – ASOJ (Associated Somali Journalists)

Date: 12 October 2025
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

The Associated Somali Journalists (ASOJ) strongly condemns the unlawful arrest of Himilo TV Director, Ahmed Mohamed Aden, and his Deputy Director, Khadar Abdirahim Ibrahim, who were detained today in Mogadishu.

This act represents a clear violation of press freedom and an attempt to silence independent journalists. It contradicts the Provisional Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia and international conventions that protect freedom of expression and human rights.

ASOJ calls on the security authorities and government leaders to immediately release the detained journalists, who were performing their professional duties in service to the public.

The organization reminds all government institutions that freedom of the press is a cornerstone of democracy and transparency.

ASOJ – Defending Free Press, Empowering an Informed Society.

12/10/2025

War-saxaafadeed – ASOJ (Ururka Suxufiyiinta Soomaaliyeed)

Taariikh: 12 Oktoobar 2025
Goobta: Muqdisho – Soomaaliya

Ururka Suxufiyiinta Soomaaliyeed (ASOJ) wuxuu si adag u cambaareynayaa xarigii sharci-darrada ahaa ee lagu qabtay Agaasimaha Telefishanka Himilo TV, Axmed Maxamed Aadan, iyo Agaasime Ku-xigeenkiisa, Khadar Cabdiraxiin Ibraahim, kuwaas oo maanta lagu xiray magaalada Muqdisho.

Falkaan wuxuu ka dhigan yahay xadgudub cad oo lagu sameeyay xorriyadda saxaafadda iyo caburinta suxufiyiinta madax-bannaan, taasoo ka hor imaaneysa Dastuurka Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya iyo heshiisyada caalamiga ah ee ilaalinta xuquuqda aadanaha.

ASOJ waxay ugu baaqeysaa hay’adaha amniga iyo madaxda dowladda inay si degdeg ah u sii daayaan wariyeyaashaas oo ku howlanaa gudashada waajibaadkooda shaqo.

Ururku wuxuu xasuusinayaa dhammaan hay’adaha dowladeed in xorriyadda saxaafaddu ay tahay tiir muhiim u ah dimuqraadiyadda iyo daahfurnaanta dowladnimo.

ASOJ – Difaac Saxaafad Xorta ah, Difaac Bulsho Xog Ogaal ah.

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