Burkina Faso, January 2026: 311 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In January 2026, ACLED recorded 107 political violence events in Burkina Faso, with 311 deaths (−8% against December 2025), −43% against January 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 65. The most affected region: Nakambé (77 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

311

−8% against the month before

Violent events

107

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

65

Demonstrations

12