Ethiopia, January 2026: 422 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In January 2026, ACLED recorded 146 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 422 deaths (−12% against December 2025), +33% against January 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 64. The most affected region: Amhara (329 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 422
- −12% against the month before
- Violent events
- 146
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 64
- Demonstrations
- 19
Reported deaths per month
Regions in January 2026
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amhara | 329 | 87 | 24 |
| Oromia | 64 | 30 | 32 |
| Tigray | 17 | 15 | 1 |
| Somali | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Benishangul-Gumuz | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| South West Ethiopia | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Afar | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Gambela | 1 | 1 | 1 |