Burkina Faso, March 2023: 937 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In March 2023, ACLED recorded 155 political violence events in Burkina Faso, with 937 deaths (+17% against February 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 196. The most affected region: Koulsé (299 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

937

+17% against the month before

Violent events

155

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

196

Demonstrations

15