Estimated number of women & girls killed by loved ones in 2024, by region

Violence against women and girls remains a pressing global concern, with intimate partners and family members accounting for a significant portion of these tragic deaths.

According to Statista, in 2024, an estimated 50,000 women were killed by partners or family members worldwide.

Africa recorded the highest absolute number, with approximately 22,600 women and girls losing their lives, translating to a rate of 3 per 100,000 women.

Asia followed with 17,400 deaths (0.7 per 100,000 women), highlighting the large population impact, while the Americas reported 7,700 fatalities (1.5 per 100,000).

Europe and Oceania recorded lower absolute figures, at 2,100 (0.5 per 100,000) and 300 (1.4 per 100,000), respectively. These figures reveal both the human cost of gender-based violence and the variations in prevalence across regions.

Africa’s high per-capita rate underscores the need for strengthened legal frameworks, public awareness campaigns, and support services for victims.

Similarly, the significant numbers in Asia and the Americas point to cultural, social, and economic factors influencing domestic violence rates.