President William Ruto has appointed a Panel of Experts to spearhead the process of compensating victims of demonstrations and public protests across the country.

In an announcement published in a Gazette Notice on Tuesday, Ruto noted that the panel will seek to implement the Proclamation by establishing a comprehensive framework for identifying, verifying, and supporting affected individuals.

The 15-member panel will be chaired by his Constitutional Advisor, Professor Makau Mutua, with Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo Mony serving as vice-chairperson.

Other members include Kennedy N.