Today marks a moment we have been building toward with intention, prayer, and purpose: Sahan is now live on iOS and Android.
But this is not just another app launch. It is the beginning of something deeply meaningful - a space where faith meets technology, where culture is honored, and where the search for a spouse is rooted in respect, intention, and Islamic values.
Why Sahan Exists
We created Sahan because we saw a gap - a void that mainstream dating apps could never fill.
For too long, young Somali Muslims navigating the diaspora have been told to choose between two worlds: the "modern" swipe culture that reduces people to profiles, or the traditional systems that do not always fit our realities.
Sahan is the bridge.
It is for the sister who wants to find a partner who understands her faith and her culture. It is for the brother who is serious about marriage but does not know where to start. It is for families who want their children to marry well, with dignity and intention.
We believe that finding your spouse should not be left to chance - or to algorithms designed for casual connections. It should be a journey guided by faith, supported by community, and built on mutual respect.
Built Different. On Purpose.
Sahan is not like other apps, and we are proud of that.
Faith First: Every feature is designed with Islamic principles at heart - from mandatory wali involvement to verification systems that promote transparency and trust. No casual swiping. No games. Just serious, meaningful connections.
Culturally Rooted: We celebrate Somali identity - our language, our traditions, our values. Whether you are in Mogadishu, Minneapolis, or Manchester, Sahan feels like home.
Privacy & Respect: Your journey is sacred. We have built robust privacy features, strict verification processes, and a community-first approach that puts your dignity above everything else.
This is matchmaking reimagined - where technology serves tradition, not the other way around.
A Vision Bigger Than an App
Sahan is more than a platform. It is a movement.
It is about reclaiming the narrative around Muslim marriage. It is about creating a space where young people can seek companionship without compromising their values. It is about strengthening our community, one halal connection at a time.
We envision thousands of families built through Sahan - marriages rooted in love, respect, and faith. Homes where children grow up knowing that their parents' love story began with intention, not accident.
For Our Community, By Our Community
The Somali diaspora is spread across the world, but our hearts beat together. Whether you are a first-generation immigrant or born abroad, whether you speak fluent Somali or are still learning, Sahan is for you.
We understand the unique challenges we face:
- Balancing traditional expectations with modern realities
- Finding someone who shares both your faith and your cultural identity
- Navigating marriage in a way that honors our families and our values
Sahan was built with all of this in mind. Every feature, every design choice, every word - crafted with our community's needs at the center.
Join the Journey
Today, we invite you to be part of something special.
Download Sahan on iOS or Android and join a growing community of Somali Muslims who are choosing intention over algorithms, faith over flings, and real connection over endless swiping.
This is just the beginning. Together, we are writing a new chapter - one where technology and tradition walk hand in hand, where faith guides our search for love, and where every connection has the potential to become a beautiful, lifelong partnership.
Welcome to Sahan. Welcome home.
Ready to Find Your Match?
Join thousands of Somali Muslims finding meaningful connections through Sahan.