Somalia, August 2026: 581 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In August 2026, ACLED recorded 520 political violence events in Somalia, with 581 deaths (+23% against July 2026), −34% against August 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 35. The most affected region: Hiraan (183 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 581
- +23% against the month before
- Violent events
- 520
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 35
- Demonstrations
- 46
Reported deaths per month
Regions in August 2026
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiraan | 183 | 38 | 0 |
| Lower Shabelle | 123 | 182 | 1 |
| Bay | 94 | 51 | 7 |
| Middle Shabelle | 36 | 51 | 0 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 29 | 44 | 1 |
| Lower Juba | 28 | 38 | 9 |
| Mudug | 25 | 7 | 1 |
| Nugaal | 23 | 2 | 9 |
| Bari | 16 | 35 | 5 |
| Galguduud | 9 | 14 | 1 |
| Awdal | 7 | 20 | 0 |
| Bakool | 3 | 10 | 0 |
| Gedo | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| Middle Juba | 2 | 9 | 0 |
| Sanaag | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Sool | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Togdheer | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Articles of August 2026
- Turkey denies involvement in Puntland strike
24 August 2026
- Somali ulama back public land management in Mogadishu
23 August 2026
- Aadan Madoobe threatens after fighting in Baydhaba, Somalia
22 August 2026
- Xasan Ali Khayre denounces demolitions in Mogadishu
8 August 2026
- Digil and Mirifle community challenges Somali Parliament presidency
7 August 2026
- Pakistan promises stronger security support to Somalia
7 August 2026
- Puntland attacks allied camp in Mogadishu
7 August 2026
- Puntland orders arrest of officials over security disturbances
6 August 2026
- Somalia: Puntland and federal forces clash in Gaalkacyo
6 August 2026