Victims of rights abuses have until 14 November 2026 to file compensation claims
Panel of Experts says it has so far compensated victims to the tune of Ksh1.4 billion, with Phase VII accounting for 157 verified claims worth Ksh96.95 million. The post Victims of rights abuses have until 14 November 2026 to file compensation claims appeared first on KBC Digital .
Victims of human rights abuses, including those injured during demonstrations and protests, have until 14 November 2026 to file compensation claims with the Panel of Experts on Compensation. The Panel, chaired by Professor Makau Mutua, has urged affected individuals, their families, and beneficiaries to submit their applications before the deadline, warning that it will cease accepting new claims after that date.
Professor Mutua emphasized that the Panel is processing claims across various categories of harm and has made compensation payments totaling Ksh1.4 billion so far. As of Phase VII of the compensation program, the Panel has processed 157 verified claims amounting to KSh96.95 million, covering fatalities, severe injuries, moderate and minor injuries, as well as economic losses.
Prof. Mutua assured that strict verification and authentication procedures will be followed to establish the eligibility of applicants, and notification of the outcome will be provided to each claimant within a reasonable time.
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