Mali, May 2023: 243 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In May 2023, ACLED recorded 131 political violence events in Mali, with 243 deaths (−37% against April 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 167. The most affected region: Mopti (111 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

243

−37% against the month before

Violent events

131

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

167

Demonstrations

2