Somalia, February 2023: 1,206 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In February 2023, ACLED recorded 286 political violence events in Somalia, with 1,206 deaths (+34% against January 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 74. The most affected region: Mudug (404 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 1,206
- +34% against the month before
- Violent events
- 286
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 74
- Demonstrations
- 17
Reported deaths per month
Regions in February 2023
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mudug | 404 | 24 | 5 |
| Hiraan | 231 | 31 | 6 |
| Sool | 211 | 26 | 6 |
| Middle Shabelle | 104 | 14 | 7 |
| Banadir (Mogadishu) | 81 | 69 | 27 |
| Lower Shabelle | 54 | 36 | 7 |
| Galguduud | 49 | 10 | 9 |
| Lower Juba | 49 | 28 | 0 |
| Bari | 6 | 8 | 5 |
| Gedo | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Bay | 4 | 17 | 1 |
| Bakool | 3 | 9 | 1 |
| Sanaag | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Nugaal | 1 | 5 | 0 |