Victims of State violence decry exclusion in compensation

They claim victims of abductions and enforced disappearances have been left out of the Sh2 billion payout...

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Survivors of State violence are decrying their exclusion from a proposed compensation framework, particularly victims of abductions and enforced disappearances. They have issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the government to publish the names of those affected or face legal action.

Ksh348 million compensation package announced by the state is labeled a "public relations stunt" by victims.
The Coalition of Victims and Survivors Against State Violence accuses the Human Rights Violations Compensation Committee chairperson, Prof Makau Mutua, of selectively implementing KNCHR findings.
Victims' advocate Abna Mango announced intent to file a lawsuit under Article 47 of the Constitution regarding fair administrative action.

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