Panel says protest victims compensation won’t replace accountability proceedings

Investigations and court proceedings against police officers and other individuals accused of human rights violations during protests will continue despite the rollout of a government compensation programme for victims...

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A government compensation program for victims of human rights violations during protests will not halt ongoing accountability proceedings against accused perpetrators.

The Ksh2 billion compensation initiative acknowledges harm suffered between 2013 and 2025.
The Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations, chaired by Prof. Makau Mutua, clarified the program's scope.
Compensation does not grant immunity to perpetrators; investigations and prosecutions will continue.

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