Burkina Faso, September 2024: 170 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In September 2024, ACLED recorded 94 political violence events in Burkina Faso, with 170 deaths (−82% against August 2024), −62% against September 2023. Attacks on civilians killed 44. The most affected region: Nakambé (25 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 170
- −82% against the month before
- Violent events
- 94
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 44
- Demonstrations
- 8
Reported deaths per month
Regions in September 2024
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nakambé | 25 | 13 | 10 |
| Tannounyan | 24 | 3 | 0 |
| Koulsé | 23 | 12 | 4 |
| Yaadga | 9 | 8 | 0 |