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State begins Sh448.7 million payout to 348 rights abuse victims
The panel said compensation is only being issued to victims who have completed the verification process and formally agreed to participate in the programme.
Human Rights
Global Affairs
UN: Over 700 civilians killed in six months of Myanmar election period violence
The United Nations Human Rights Office report, which covers August to January, states that credible sources confirmed a minimum of 702 civilian deaths, among them 224 women and 153 children.
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Murkomen warns against violence ahead of Gen Z protest anniversary
The Interior CS maintained that lawful protests will continue to be protected, but insisted that security agencies will act decisively against groups that disguise criminal activity as demonstrations. He said state institutions remain on high alert as the June 25 anniversary approaches.
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Survivors of political violence, sexual abuse still await justice, experts warn
Speaking on Friday, as the world marked the International Day for the Elimination of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence on June 19, transitional justice expert Christine Alai highlighted that thousands of victims of political and protest-related violence in Kenya continue to await recognition, support, and compensation despite enduring serious human rights violations
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Ruto warns against attempts to disrupt country ahead of June 25 protests anniversary
The families of slain protesters have already written to the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja notifying authorities of a peaceful march planned for June 25, alongside similar events across all 47 counties.
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Amnesty backs KNCHR reparations plan but demands prosecutions for justice
In a statement released on June 18,2026, the rights group said the framework marked “a significant milestone in Kenya’s ongoing pursuit of truth, justice, accountability, and reparations,” especially for victims of unlawful killings, torture, enforced disappearances, sexual violence and arbitrary arrests.
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Gen Z 2024 protest victims’ parents issue notice for June 25 nationwide protests
The families delivered their notice at Jogoo House on Thursday, where they called for the investigation, arrest and prosecution of those they say bear responsibility for the deaths, injuries and alleged abuses committed during the demonstrations.
Global Affairs
UN calls for stronger partnerships to counter growing threat of hate speech
Marking the International Day for Countering Hate Speech on Thursday, June 18, 2026, the UN said governments, civil society, educators, and digital platforms must work together to promote dialogue, tolerance, and respect for diversity
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Maraga faults compensation plan, says justice incomplete without prosecutions
Maraga also questioned the handling of the process, saying victims have not received a formal apology and raising concern that institutions linked to the alleged abuses are involved in managing compensation.
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KHRC legal officer questions compensation plan for protest victims, calls for accountability first
KHRC senior legal officer John Mundia Mundia acknowledged that compensation could provide some relief to affected families but argued that the larger issues of accountability and institutional reform risk being overlooked
Politics
Maraga rallies Opposition forces, pushes for values-based political alliance
Maraga also raised alarm over what he described as weakening accountability systems, saying citizens reported frequent disregard for the law by public officials. He referenced casualties recorded during Gen Z protests, saying they reflected rising anger over impunity and lack of justice.
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Victims reject 'secrecy' over Sh2 billion compensation plan
According to the victims, the list of beneficiaries should be made public before any payments are released to eliminate doubts over who will benefit from the Sh2 billion programme announced by the government.