Local elections were held in Trust Territory of Somaliland in May 1954 to elect members of 35 municipalities.[1] The Somali Youth League won just over half of the 281 seats up for election.[2]
A total of 15 parties and organisations contested the elections:[3]
| Party | Geographical reach | Clan status | Municipalities contested | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somali Youth League | National | Inter-clan | 34 | |
| Somali African Union | National | Inter-clan | 22 | |
| Hizbia Digil and Mirifle | Regional | Clan-based | 15 | |
| Somali Progressive League | National | Inter-clan | 12 | |
| Somali National Union | National | Inter-clan | 7 | |
| Benadir Youth Union | Regional | Inter-clan | 5 | |
| Somali National League | Local | Inter-clan | 1 | |
| Abgalia | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Abgal Youth Association | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Ancora | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Leopardo | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Murosada Bloc | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Palma | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Six Shidle | Local | Clan-based | 1 | |
| Somali Democratic Union | Local | Clan-based | 1 |