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Co-convener Coalition of Victims & Survivors Against State Violence (L) Peter Muteti, Benard Kavuli, and Joshua Okayo, when they stated failure by the government to compensate victims of state violence, May 29, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard]
The Coalition of Victims and Survivors Against State Violence (CVSSV) has accused the government of delaying compensation for victims of protest-related abuses, warning that continued silence and inaction are deepening the suffering of affected families across the country.
In a press briefing released on Friday, May 29, the coalition expressed frustration over what it termed as the government’s failure to honour its earlier commitment to compensate victims and survivors of state violence by June 2026.
The statement, issued on behalf of victims, survivors, and human rights defenders, also began by conveying condolences to families affected by the recent fire tragedy at Utumishi Girls Academy. The coalition described the incident as heartbreaking and called for support and comfort for the grieving families.
