Advertise With Us — Berbera Times
Reach Somaliland’s Most Engaged Audience
Berbera Times is the premier English-language news destination for Somaliland — connecting local readers, the global Somali diaspora, NGOs, investors, and international organizations with the stories that matter most from the Horn of Africa.
When you advertise with Berbera Times, you place your brand in front of a highly engaged, educated, and influential audience that cares deeply about Somaliland’s future.
Why Advertise With Us?
A unique and growing audience Our readers include Somaliland residents, diaspora communities across North America, Europe, and the Gulf, development professionals, investors, diplomats, and policy makers — a concentrated audience that is difficult to reach anywhere else.
Credibility by association Berbera Times is committed to independent, high-quality journalism. Advertising alongside trusted editorial content places your brand in a premium, credible environment.
A market on the rise Somaliland is one of East Africa’s fastest-growing economies. The Port of Berbera, expanding trade routes, and a young entrepreneurial population make this one of the most exciting emerging markets in the region. Get in front of this market now — before everyone else does.
Advertising Options
Banner Advertising
Put your brand front and center on Berbera Times. We offer premium banner placements across our website including:
- Leaderboard — Top of page, maximum visibility, seen by every visitor
- Sidebar — Persistent placement alongside all news content
- In-article — Embedded naturally within article content for high engagement
Banner ads are available in standard IAB sizes and can be static image or animated formats.
Social Media Promotion
Extend your reach beyond our website to our growing social media following across Facebook, X (Twitter), and other platforms. We offer:
- Sponsored posts — Your message published directly to our social audience
- Dedicated campaigns — Multi-post promotions to drive awareness of your brand, event, or product
- Story coverage — Social media coverage of your events, launches, or announcements
Our social media audience skews heavily toward the diaspora community — ideal for remittance services, travel companies, and businesses serving Somalis abroad.
Job Postings
Hiring in Somaliland or looking for Somali talent worldwide? Our job postings section puts your vacancy in front of qualified, motivated candidates across Somaliland and the diaspora.
- Post open positions to a targeted, professional readership
- Ideal for NGOs, international organizations, government institutions, and private sector employers
- Packages available for single postings and bulk listings
Who We Work With
We are proud to work with a diverse range of advertisers including:
- Local Somaliland businesses — Retailers, banks, telecoms, hospitality, and service providers looking to reach local consumers
- Diaspora businesses & remittance companies — Money transfer services, travel agencies, and businesses serving Somalis abroad
- NGOs & international organizations — Development agencies, humanitarian organizations, and foundations operating in the Horn of Africa
- Government & public institutions — Ministries, public agencies, and institutions with public communications needs
- Global brands — International companies seeking to establish a presence in the Somaliland and Horn of Africa market
Get a Custom Quote
Every advertising partnership is unique. We work with each client to create a package that fits their goals and budget.
To receive our media kit and a custom advertising proposal, please contact our advertising team:
Email: advertise@berberatimes.com
What to include in your message:
- Your organization or business name
- The type of advertising you are interested in
- Your target audience or campaign goal
- Your preferred campaign dates or duration
We typically respond within 1–2 business days.
Advertising Policies
Berbera Times maintains strict separation between our advertising and editorial departments. Advertisers have no influence over our news coverage. We reserve the right to decline any advertisement that conflicts with our editorial values or community standards.
All advertisements must comply with applicable laws and regulations. We do not accept ads for illegal products or services, political campaign advertising, or content that is misleading, discriminatory, or harmful.
For editorial inquiries, please contact: info@berberatimes.com For news tips, please contact: tips@berberatimes.com
Berbera Times — Somaliland’s Voice to the World