Burkina Faso, July 2026: 229 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In July 2026, ACLED recorded 127 political violence events in Burkina Faso, with 229 deaths (−63% against June 2026), −32% against July 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 9. The most affected region: Yaadga (56 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

229

−63% against the month before

Violent events

127

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

9

Demonstrations

2