Somalia, May 2026: 567 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In May 2026, ACLED recorded 357 political violence events in Somalia, with 567 deaths (−2% against April 2026), −19% against May 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 34. The most affected region: Middle Juba (133 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 567
- −2% against the month before
- Violent events
- 357
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 34
- Demonstrations
- 82
Reported deaths per month
Regions in May 2026
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Juba | 133 | 5 | 0 |
| Bari | 92 | 61 | 1 |
| Bay | 87 | 34 | 0 |
| Lower Shabelle | 87 | 90 | 1 |
| Hiraan | 51 | 34 | 2 |
| Middle Shabelle | 28 | 30 | 6 |
| Sanaag | 25 | 6 | 0 |
| Galguduud | 21 | 19 | 5 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 13 | 24 | 5 |
| Mudug | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| Lower Juba | 8 | 23 | 7 |
| Togdheer | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Bakool | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| Gedo | 1 | 15 | 1 |
| Sool | 1 | 2 | 1 |