Somalia, April 2026: 580 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In April 2026, ACLED recorded 419 political violence events in Somalia, with 580 deaths (−12% against March 2026), −32% against April 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 41. The most affected region: Lower Shabelle (107 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 580
- −12% against the month before
- Violent events
- 419
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 41
- Demonstrations
- 48
Reported deaths per month
Regions in April 2026
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Shabelle | 107 | 92 | 2 |
| Bari | 100 | 48 | 2 |
| Lower Juba | 99 | 55 | 0 |
| Mudug | 82 | 18 | 2 |
| Middle Shabelle | 51 | 20 | 1 |
| Middle Juba | 45 | 31 | 15 |
| Bay | 44 | 48 | 8 |
| Hiraan | 29 | 33 | 3 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 8 | 19 | 4 |
| Awdal | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Galguduud | 3 | 23 | 1 |
| Gedo | 2 | 10 | 2 |
| Sanaag | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| Woqooyi Galbeed | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Bakool | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Togdheer | 0 | 2 | 0 |