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Dating in Mogadishu

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Mogadishu at a glance

About 2.6 million people live in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia and its biggest city.
Towns nearby: Afgooye (27 km), Marka (73 km) and Wanlaweyn (82 km).

Where to meet in Mogadishu

Big cities make it easy to keep a first date short and neutral. Meet at a coffee place in a busy area, and if it goes well, walk somewhere nearby instead of planning a whole evening.

Staying safe

Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
Never send money to people you met online.
Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Questions about dating in Mogadishu

How far around Mogadishu can I search?

In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Mogadishu free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Mogadishu and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Mogadishu real?

There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

Can I date someone from outside Mogadishu?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Somalia or abroad.