Panel of Experts on Victims Compensation moves to overturn court order halting its operations
The Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Demonstrations and Public Protests has moved to court seeking to set aside orders that halted its operations.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Panel confirmed that it had filed an application in the High Court in Kerugoya challenging the ex parte conservatory orders issued on 8th September 2025. The orders had effectively suspended the work of the Panel, pending further directions from the court.
Compliance
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According to the statement, the Panel had already complied with the court directive by suspending its operations following the ruling. It emphasised that it will continue to observe all court orders while the matter is under judicial consideration.
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“The Panel, in compliance with the court orders, had suspended its operations and will continue to comply with the court orders until further directions from the court,” read part of the statement.
The Panel did not provide further details on the grounds of its application but noted that the matter is now formally before the High Court. The hearing is expected to determine whether the Panel can resume its work of overseeing the compensation of victims affected by demonstrations and public protests across the country.
The compensation framework, established this year, had been tasked with reviewing claims and making recommendations for financial support to victims of protests. It was seen as a critical step in addressing concerns of accountability and justice in cases where demonstrators and bystanders suffered harm or loss during public protests.
Court determination
With the matter now in court, the fate of the Panel’s operations rests with the High Court in Kerugoya. Until a ruling is made, the Panel reiterated its commitment to respecting the judicial process.
The Panel said the case is now before the court, and updates will be shared once judges give further directions. Until then, its work will stay suspended. Many Kenyans are watching closely because the compensation programme is seen as an important way to handle claims linked to protests and demonstrations across the country.
