Somalia, March 2026: 662 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In March 2026, ACLED recorded 428 political violence events in Somalia, with 662 deaths (−2% against February 2026), −54% against March 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 67. The most affected region: Lower Shabelle (219 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 662
- −2% against the month before
- Violent events
- 428
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 67
- Demonstrations
- 28
Reported deaths per month
Regions in March 2026
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Shabelle | 219 | 111 | 15 |
| Mudug | 138 | 13 | 1 |
| Middle Shabelle | 91 | 43 | 2 |
| Bay | 54 | 49 | 0 |
| Middle Juba | 43 | 23 | 28 |
| Hiraan | 26 | 40 | 5 |
| Galguduud | 22 | 24 | 3 |
| Sanaag | 17 | 18 | 0 |
| Lower Juba | 15 | 25 | 2 |
| Bari | 14 | 30 | 0 |
| Bakool | 8 | 12 | 5 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 7 | 18 | 3 |
| Gedo | 7 | 15 | 3 |
| Togdheer | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Awdal | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Sool | 0 | 1 | 0 |