The Kenyan government has compensated 348 individuals affected by human rights violations related to protests from 2013 to 2025, totaling Ksh448.7 million. This payment is part of the initial phase of a reparations program, as announced by Makau Mutua, Chairperson of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations. The process for eligible beneficiaries has officially commenced, according to the statement released on June 23.

Prof Makau Mutua stated that compensation for victims acknowledges their suffering but cannot replace lost lives. This comes as the government is moving forward with legal reforms and preparing to officially recognize beneficiaries of compensation.

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has advised its supporters to refrain from participating in the June 25 memorial protests, emphasizing their commitment to a broad-based government and the need for compensation for victims of previous protests. ODM leaders, including Chairperson Gladys Wanga, conducted grassroots mobilization in Homa Bay and Kwale counties and criticized those organizing the upcoming demonstrations.

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has warned the Kenyan government against interfering with the upcoming June 25 protests, urging that it should not unleash violence or 'goons' on demonstrators. He highlighted the importance of justice and accountability for victims of political tyranny in the context of the commemorations.

A coalition of human rights defenders and protest victims has announced a security plan for the June 25 commemoration in Kenya, honoring civilians killed during the protests in 2025 and 2026. At a press briefing in Nairobi, the Amka Changamka Movement urged participants to remain vigilant and called for police accountability, emphasizing the importance of remembering the victims and ensuring that the facts surrounding their deaths are not forgotten or distorted.

Kenya commemorated the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests that began in 2024, which were sparked by youth opposition to taxes, corruption, and inequality. On this occasion, families of victims from the protests called for justice, reflecting on the impact of government crackdowns during the demonstrations.