Ethiopia, August 2023: 525 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In August 2023, ACLED recorded 187 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 525 deaths (+69% against July 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 131. The most affected region: Amhara (341 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 525
- +69% against the month before
- Violent events
- 187
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 131
- Demonstrations
- 13
Reported deaths per month
Regions in August 2023
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amhara | 341 | 109 | 63 |
| Oromia | 178 | 68 | 62 |
| Tigray | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Somali | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Gambela | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Benishangul-Gumuz | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Addis Ababa | 0 | 3 | 0 |