Niger, August 2024: 180 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In August 2024, ACLED recorded 39 political violence events in Niger, with 180 deaths (−22% against July 2024), +8% against August 2023. Attacks on civilians killed 48. The most affected region: Tillabéri (124 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

180

−22% against the month before

Violent events

39

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

48

Demonstrations

1