Piracy and robbery incidents in West Africa 2016-2023

Published by Statista Research Department, Feb 18, 2025

The highest number of piracy and armed robbery attacks allegedly committed and attempted in West Africa was reported in 2020 during the observed period. That year, 90 piracy and armed robbery incidents were reported in the region. In 2023, 22 cases were recorded in the waters of West Africa, the second lowest amount recorded.

Number of piracy and armed robbery attacks allegedly committed and attempted in West Africa from 2016 to 2023

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February 2025

Region

Africa

Survey time period

2016 to 2023

Supplementary notes

Figures prior to 2023 were taken from previous editions of the publication.

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