Al-Shabaab insurgency in Somalia in figures: 696 reported deaths in October 2026, 3.3 million displaced

In October 2026, ACLED recorded 428 political violence events and 696 deaths in Somalia (+103% against September 2026). 3.3 million people are internally displaced (IOM, 30 September 2024). 4.8 million people need humanitarian aid in 2026 (UN). The 2026 humanitarian plan ($852 million) is 35% funded.

Reported deaths

696

October 2026 · +103%

Violent events

428

October 2026

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

34

October 2026

Internally displaced

3.3 million

OIM · 30 September 2024

Refugees abroad

892,037

HCR · 2025

People in need

4.8 million

2026

Acute food insecurity (IPC 3+)

5.1 million

IPC · July 2026

Humanitarian plan 2026

35%

funded