Ethiopia, February 2025: 233 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In February 2025, ACLED recorded 129 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 233 deaths (−27% against January 2025), −60% against February 2024. Attacks on civilians killed 43. The most affected region: Amhara (192 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 233
- −27% against the month before
- Violent events
- 129
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 43
- Demonstrations
- 9
Reported deaths per month
Regions in February 2025
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amhara | 192 | 85 | 19 |
| Oromia | 35 | 35 | 19 |
| Benishangul-Gumuz | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Gambela | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Tigray | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Addis Ababa | 0 | 1 | 0 |