The government has begun the process of compensating victims of human rights violations linked to demonstrations and protests, releasing Ksh448.7 million to 348 victims in the first phase.

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In a statement on Tuesday, June 23, the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations said the payments cover victims affected during protests and demonstrations between 2013 and 2025.

According to the panel, the victims were categorised into six categories of the extent of harm caused, including fatalities, severe injuries, moderate injuries and economic loss.

"The Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations, including those arising from demonstrations and public protests for the period 2013 to 2025, has officially commenced the reparation process by providing compensation to eligible and verified victims," the statement read in part.

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The panel revealed that this initial compensation is only for those victims who have been verified and have consented to the process.

"It is important to note that only those who have consented to this process are being compensated. Consent is the final act that a beneficiary must give to receive compensation. Eligible beneficiaries are encouraged to do so without delay," it added.

Under the first phase of compensation, the panel listed 115 victims who lost their lives, with each family receiving Ksh 3 million, amounting to a total payout of Ksh 345 million.

At the same time, 24 victims classified as having suffered severe injuries received Ksh1 million each, while 137 victims with moderate injuries were awarded Ksh 500,000 each.

Similarly, sixty victims categorised under minor injuries received Ksh 50,000 each.

The panel also compensated eight victims of aggravated sexual offences at a rate of Ksh1 million each, while four beneficiaries who suffered economic losses received Ksh 50,000 each.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke