The Panel of Experts on compensation of victims of human rights violations has approved Sh83.65 million in compensation for 259 verified claims, including cases involving civilians and uniformed officers who suffered harm during demonstrations and public protests.
The compensation forms part of Phase VI of the programme established to address human rights violations. The panel said it will continue receiving claims from victims who have not yet come forward.
The panel, chaired by Makau Mutua, said the latest phase covers various categories of harm, ranging from minor injuries to severe and aggravated injuries, as well as economic losses.
According to the breakdown released Thursday, October 8, seven claims were classified as aggravated injuries, with amounts ranging from Sh1.5 million to Sh2.5 million, while 35 were classified as severe injuries.
Each of the 35 cases will receive Sh1 million.
A further 54 claims involved moderate injuries, 133 involved minor injuries, while 30 claims related to economic loss.
The panel said the 259 claims had undergone verification and authentication before being approved for compensation.
It said the process was designed to ensure that only eligible claims are approved, while allowing victims to seek redress for violations suffered.
“Every claim received undergoes careful verification and authentication before a decision is reached,” the panel said in a statement.
It added that each claimant would be notified of the outcome of their claim, urging victims to remain patient as the process continues.
The latest compensation comes amid continued efforts to address grievances arising from human rights violations, particularly those linked to demonstrations and public protests.
The panel said both civilian victims and uniformed officers were considered under the programme, with compensation based on the harm suffered.
It urged victims who have not submitted claims to use the official channels provided to seek consideration.
“Victims who have not yet come forward are urged to do so for consideration. We remain committed to ensuring no eligible individual is left behind,” the panel said.
The panel also said it would continue engaging victims and beneficiaries to address concerns, provide clarification on the status of claims and ensure that eligible victims are treated fairly.
“These interactions allow us to hear their concerns, clarify the status of claims, and ensure every eligible victim is treated fairly and with the dignity and respect they deserve,” it said.
The panel said it would continue issuing periodic public updates on the programme as verification and processing of claims progresses.
The compensation programme is being implemented under the principles of justice, reparations and accountability, with the panel maintaining that its work remains focused on providing redress to those who qualify.
Mutua signed the statement in his capacity as chairperson and principal coordinator of the Panel.
