The Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Protests and Riots, appointed by President William Ruto, plans to appeal a High Court ruling that halted its original mandate. This development follows a review by the Head of State, reclassifying the panel as an advisory entity.

• The Kerugoya High Court ruled on December 9, 2025, that the President lacks the constitutional authority to form such a body for compensation.
• The panel, chaired by Prof. Makau Mutua, will now advise the President on implementing reparations, based on a report from the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights.
• A Gazette Notice on January 5, 2026, by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, outlined the panel's new advisory role with a mandate of six months.