

Notably, JNIM 7 July killed around 16 VDPs and two civilians, while losing ten of their own, in Kogossablogo village, Namentenga province (Centre-North region).ĭemonstrators rallied in favour of new Constitution. Several attacks led to heavy casualties on govt’s side, particularly among VDPs. Military 8-9 July also reported killing around 90 jihadist militants near Partiaga (Tapoa) and Ougarou town (Gnagna) (both East region) and near Sofikel town, Seno province (Sahel region).

Soldiers and army auxiliaries (VDPs) 8 July killed around 12 ethnic Fulani passengers on bus near Dedougou city, Mouhoun province, Boucle du Mouhoun region.

Notably, presumed al-Qaeda-linked Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) combatants 1 July killed 11 civilians near Partiaga town, Tapoa province, and unidentified jihadists 5 July killed 15 civilians in Sorgha town, Gnagna province (both East region). Conflict actors continued to target civilians suspected of collusion with opposing side. All-military approach to jihadist insurgency led to large numbers of casualties among army auxiliaries and local communities pro-regime groups voiced support for new constitution.Ĭivilians continued to bear the brunt of spreading violence.
