Somalia, September 2023: 1,455 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In September 2023, ACLED recorded 296 political violence events in Somalia, with 1,455 deaths (+37% against August 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 53. The most affected region: Bakool (394 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 1,455
- +37% against the month before
- Violent events
- 296
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 53
- Demonstrations
- 2
Reported deaths per month
Regions in September 2023
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakool | 394 | 16 | 0 |
| Mudug | 380 | 21 | 5 |
| Lower Shabelle | 231 | 42 | 11 |
| Galguduud | 168 | 29 | 8 |
| Middle Shabelle | 91 | 28 | 0 |
| Hiraan | 63 | 14 | 0 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 58 | 50 | 10 |
| Bay | 23 | 34 | 8 |
| Gedo | 23 | 25 | 3 |
| Lower Juba | 13 | 22 | 1 |
| Sanaag | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Bari | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Nugaal | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| Sool | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Togdheer | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Awdal | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Middle Juba | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Woqooyi Galbeed | 0 | 1 | 0 |