The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has identified 1,224 individuals as alleged victims of human rights violations, with the list currently undergoing verification in line with established eligibility criteria.
The Commission said the verified names will form part of a broader effort to address historical injustices, as it finalises a national reparations framework. The proposed plan seeks to respond to a wide range of violations, including unlawful killings, torture, abductions, enforced disappearances, sexual and gender-based violence, as well as loss of property and livelihoods.
According to KNCHR, the verified register of victims will be presented to the President alongside the reparations framework once the review process is complete. The initiative is expected to guide compensation and other forms of redress for those affected.
In a move aimed at encouraging public participation, the Commission announced that its offices will remain open on Friday, 3 April 2026, despite the public holiday. Both the head office and regional branches will receive complaints and reports from individuals seeking to have their cases considered.
KNCHR Chairperson Claris Ogangah reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to justice, urging victims and survivors to come forward and share their experiences to support the verification process.
At the same time, the Commission called for the timely release of funds allocated by Parliament, noting that adequate financial support is essential to facilitate reparations and ensure the success of the justice process.
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