Ethiopia, April 2024: 811 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In April 2024, ACLED recorded 242 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 811 deaths (+46% against March 2024), +1,167% against April 2023. Attacks on civilians killed 192. The most affected region: Amhara (400 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 811
- +46% against the month before
- Violent events
- 242
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 192
- Demonstrations
- 11
Reported deaths per month
Regions in April 2024
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amhara | 400 | 105 | 38 |
| Oromia | 282 | 99 | 89 |
| Gambela | 57 | 2 | 57 |
| Tigray | 49 | 26 | 3 |
| Afar | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Benishangul-Gumuz | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| Somali | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Addis Ababa | 3 | 2 | 0 |