The Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations, including victims of demonstrations and public protests, has processed 259 claims worth a total of Sh83.65 million under Phase VI of its compensation programme.
The figures are contained in an update issued by the Panel on Thursday, October 8, 2026, showing the amounts approved for victims under different categories of harm.
The largest share of the compensation, Sh35 million, has been allocated to 35 verified claims involving severe injuries.
Each claimant in this category is set to receive Sh1 million, according to the figures released by the Panel.
A further 54 claims involving moderate injuries have been verified, with each claimant allocated Sh500,000. This brings the total compensation for moderate injuries to Sh27 million.
The Panel has also processed 133 claims involving minor injuries, with each claimant receiving Sh50,000. The total amount allocated under this category is Sh6.65 million.
For aggravated injuries, the Panel has verified seven claims with different compensation amounts depending on the nature of the harm. Four claimants have been allocated Sh2 million each, amounting to Sh8 million, while two claimants will receive Sh1.5 million each, totalling Sh3 million. Another claimant has been allocated Sh2.5 million.
This brings the total compensation for aggravated injury claims to Sh13.5 million.
The remaining 30 verified claims relate to economic loss, with each claimant allocated Sh50,000. The category accounts for Sh1.5 million.
Combined, the five categories bring the total number of verified claims to 259, with compensation amounting to Sh83,650,000.
The Panel said it continues to receive submissions from victims through its official channels and urged those who have not yet submitted their claims to come forward for consideration.
It said every claim undergoes verification and authentication before a decision is made, adding that claimants will be notified of the outcome of their applications.
The Panel also said it remains committed to ensuring that eligible victims are not left behind and will continue providing public updates on the progress of the compensation programme.
The programme covers victims of human rights violations, including those affected during demonstrations and public protests, as well as uniformed officers who suffered human rights violations.
Prof. Makau Mutua, Chairperson and Principal Coordinator of the Panel, said the institution remains engaged with victims and beneficiaries to hear their concerns, clarify the status of claims and ensure eligible victims are treated fairly and with dignity.
