Gaylan Media is an independent news and media platform focusing on reporting and analysis, especially on Somali affairs including politics, security, economics, and regional developments in the Horn of Africa. It also shares content via social media and video platforms like YouTube
News articles and reports on current events.
Analysis and commentary on political developments.
Paid, in-depth content– articles that require a monthly or annual subscription to read
Gaylan Media uses a membership model. Some detailed or premium articles (especially deep analysis or reports) can only be accessed by paid subscribers — either monthly or annual members. Users who are not members see a prompt to join or log in
While the exact steps aren’t fully visible without accessing the site’s registration pages, the site indicates options to “Join Now” for Monthly or Annual membership and Log in if you already have an account. Membership likely provides full access to premium articles.
Most content appears to be published in Somali language, especially on the main website. However, the platform’s coverage of regional news might also include posts in other languages depending on context (actual content examples on site are in Somali)
Yes. Gaylan Media maintains an active Facebook page and a YouTube channel, where they post news updates, analysis videos, and other media content to complement their written articles
Our content is mainly for free. There is some paid content. The paid content have some free portion available (e.g., headlines or limited news posts), but detailed analysis, reports, and premium columns require a paid subscription.
Primary topics include:
Somali national politics and governance
Security and diplomatic developments
Regional Horn of Africa affairs
Economic issues impacting the Somali region and diaspora
Analytical pieces on current events and policy issues
The platform aims to inform the public and engage readers with in-depth reporting and analysis on issues affecting Somalia and the wider East African region, helping readers understand context and implications of key events.
Specific details about the editorial team or ownership aren’t publicly listed on the parts of the site available without membership. However, its social pages and videos are branded consistently under “Gaylan Media,” indicating an organized media outfit with a focus on Somali news coverage.
