Jihadist violence in Burkina Faso in figures: 479 reported deaths in October 2026
In October 2026, ACLED recorded 104 political violence events and 479 deaths in Burkina Faso (+491% against September 2026). 4.4 million people need humanitarian aid in 2026 (UN). The 2026 humanitarian plan ($658 million) is 27% funded.
- Reported deaths
- 479
- October 2026 · +491%
- Violent events
- 104
- October 2026
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 11
- October 2026
- Refugees abroad
- 351,209
- HCR · 2025
- People in need
- 4.4 million
- 2026
- Acute food insecurity (IPC 3+)
- 1.7 million
- IPC · March 2024
- Humanitarian plan 2026
- 27%
- funded
Reported deaths per month
ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
Reported deaths by region, over twelve months
Humanitarian aid
Burkina Faso Besoins Humanitaires et Plan de Réponse 2026
Requirements : $658 million · Received : $176 million · Gap : $482 million
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