From innovations to inspirations
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Somali Social Media Awards

From innovations to inspirations, celebrating creators, brands, and digital voices shaping Somali culture online.

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Ceremony Coming Soon in September Mogadishu, Somalia
The Platform

A sharper stage for Somali digital influence and brand awareness.

From innovations to inspirations, the awards bring creators, brands, media, and community leaders into one polished experience built around credibility, culture, and measurable online impact.

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Why Attend

Built for every part of the creator economy

Creators & Nominees

Earn recognition, meet collaborators, and bring your strongest work onto a premium community stage.

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Media & Community

Follow the stories, cover the finalists, and help amplify creators who move culture forward.

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Award Tracks

Influencer and brand awareness categories

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How It Works

A nomination flow made for serious recognition

1

Community members submit a creator, platform, category, and the reason they deserve the stage.

2

The awards team reviews entries for authenticity, quality, audience trust, and category fit.

3

Finalists are amplified through profiles, news, gallery moments, and social campaigns.

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Choose the lane that best matches the creator, brand, or project you want to nominate.

Nominee Highlights

Creators and community voices gaining momentum

01
Amina Hassan Fashion Influencer Of The Year
185K
02
Hodan Ali Education Influencer Of The Year
143K
03
Khalid Jama TikTok Creator Of The Year
210K
04
Sahra Mohamud Humanitarian Award Of The Year
118K
05
Yusuf Warsame Innovation in Media & Technology Award
92K
06
Abdi Nur Sports Personality Of The Year
77K
07
Nimco Farah Podcast Creator Of The Year
65K
News & Gallery

Latest stories and event moments

Updates

News and announcements

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Gallery Highlights From Previous Events

Gallery Highlights From Previous Events

Scenes from creator meetups, media nights, and award celebrations.

How The Judging Process Works

How The Judging Process Works

A clear look at shortlisting and final winner selection.

Nominations Are Now Open

Nominations Are Now Open

Submit your favorite Somali creator or brand for this year's awards.

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Stage, media, and community moments

See the visual energy of SSMA through ceremony scenes, nominee moments, networking, and media wall highlights.

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Best TikToker of the Year
Best TikToker of the Year Goat Geeseey
Best YouTuber of the Year
Best YouTuber of the Year Asad Hagio
Entertainment Influencer of the Year
Entertainment Influencer of the Year Abdullahi Kashka
Facebook Influencer of the Year
Facebook Influencer of the Year Idiris Alteesoo
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