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South Darfur (Sudan): 164 reported deaths in violence in October 2026

Over the last twelve months, ACLED recorded 764 deaths in political violence in South Darfur, the 6th most affected region in Sudan. In October 2026: 164 deaths and 31 events (+188% against the month before). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths
164
October 2026
Reported deaths (12 months)
764
Violent events
31
October 2026
Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
5
October 2026

Reported deaths per month

05001,000Apr 23Dec 23Aug 24Apr 25Dec 25Nov 26
Source: ACLED, via HDX HAPI

Reported deaths by region, over twelve months

Source: ACLED, via HDX HAPI
Deaths (12 months)01–910–4950–149150–399400–9991,000 +Hover, tap or zoom

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