A Kenyan committee tasked with overseeing the compensation of victims of demonstrations and protests dating back to 2017 has been sworn in. This 18-member panel aims to establish a framework for compensation as announced by President William Ruto.

• The committee is chaired by Prof. Makau Mutua, President William Ruto’s senior advisor on constitutional affairs and human rights.
• Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Faith Odhiambo will serve as the vice chairperson.
• The panel's mandate includes creating guidelines for peaceful protests and verifying eligible victims, with its implementation stemming from an August 8 proclamation by President Ruto.