Ethiopia, July 2023: 310 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In July 2023, ACLED recorded 95 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 310 deaths (+52% against June 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 47. The most affected region: Gambela (183 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 310
- +52% against the month before
- Violent events
- 95
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 47
- Demonstrations
- 13
Reported deaths per month
Regions in July 2023
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambela | 183 | 20 | 25 |
| Amhara | 84 | 51 | 17 |
| Oromia | 28 | 12 | 2 |
| Benishangul-Gumuz | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Afar | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| Tigray | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Somali | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Addis Ababa | 0 | 1 | 0 |