Somalia, February 2026: 677 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In February 2026, ACLED recorded 401 political violence events in Somalia, with 677 deaths (−22% against January 2026), −45% against February 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 61. The most affected region: Lower Juba (239 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 677
- −22% against the month before
- Violent events
- 401
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 61
- Demonstrations
- 29
Reported deaths per month
Regions in February 2026
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Juba | 239 | 47 | 6 |
| Hiraan | 119 | 42 | 1 |
| Lower Shabelle | 77 | 70 | 14 |
| Middle Shabelle | 57 | 29 | 1 |
| Middle Juba | 36 | 17 | 13 |
| Bay | 26 | 36 | 4 |
| Galguduud | 26 | 30 | 7 |
| Bari | 22 | 41 | 0 |
| Sanaag | 22 | 5 | 1 |
| Awdal | 14 | 20 | 0 |
| Woqooyi Galbeed | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 9 | 28 | 5 |
| Gedo | 7 | 7 | 1 |
| Mudug | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| Nugaal | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Bakool | 2 | 9 | 0 |
| Sool | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Togdheer | 0 | 3 | 0 |