Somalia, March 2023: 636 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In March 2023, ACLED recorded 244 political violence events in Somalia, with 636 deaths (−47% against February 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 88. The most affected region: Lower Juba (196 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 636
- −47% against the month before
- Violent events
- 244
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 88
- Demonstrations
- 12
Reported deaths per month
Regions in March 2023
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Juba | 196 | 34 | 3 |
| Middle Shabelle | 130 | 16 | 6 |
| Bari | 84 | 10 | 2 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 70 | 75 | 34 |
| Sool | 50 | 9 | 3 |
| Hiraan | 27 | 18 | 1 |
| Bay | 24 | 23 | 8 |
| Lower Shabelle | 22 | 25 | 12 |
| Gedo | 18 | 7 | 13 |
| Galguduud | 7 | 13 | 4 |
| Bakool | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| Mudug | 3 | 6 | 1 |
| Nugaal | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Woqooyi Galbeed | 0 | 1 | 0 |