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Conflicts in Africa (2026)

Africa conflicts in 2026 — a live map and neutral briefings on every active war and flashpoint in the region, sourced from ACLED, UCDP and CFR.

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Africa conflicts at a glance

Africa hosts several of the world's deadliest and most under-reported conflicts in 2026 — led by the Sudan civil war, the Sahel insurgency and the war in eastern DR Congo.

Sudan civil warthe SAF–RSF war and a vast displacement crisis.South Sudana fragile peace strained by communal violence.Sahel insurgencyJNIM and ISGS across Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger.Eastern DR Congothe M23 rebellion and dozens of armed groups.EthiopiaAmhara and Oromia insurgencies after the Tigray war.Somaliathe al-Shabaab insurgency.NigeriaBoko Haram, ISWAP and banditry.Mozambiquethe IS-linked Cabo Delgado insurgency.Libyaan east–west split under a fragile ceasefire.Central African Republicarmed groups beyond the capital.

How this region fits the global picture

These conflicts are part of the live world conflict map tracking 29 theaters worldwide. Explore other regions: Middle East · Europe · Asia & Pacific · Americas.

See also our analysis: how many wars are happening now, the deadliest conflicts of 2026, and World War 3 flashpoints.

Frequently asked questions

What are the biggest conflicts in Africa in 2026?

The Sudan civil war is among the world's deadliest, alongside the transnational Sahel insurgency and the war in eastern DR Congo involving M23 and dozens of armed groups.

Why are African conflicts often under-reported?

Access restrictions, communications blackouts and limited press coverage mean conflicts like Sudan and the Sahel are frequently documented late and their tolls understated.

Sources & disclaimer. Data is aggregated from ACLED, UCDP, the CFR Global Conflict Tracker, and Google News. This site is a secondary aggregation, not a primary source. Independently verify all data for high-stakes applications.