William Ruto has announced a 60-day extension of the mandate for the committee tasked with implementing the 10-point agenda originally agreed upon between him and the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The committee’s initial mandate was set to end on March 7, 2026.
“The committee requested only 60 days for them to conclude what they are doing. And I think it is only fair. They have done a great job; I think it is only fair that we extend by 60 days,” President Ruto said.
The announcement was made during a joint Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Parliamentary Group meeting at State House. President Ruto reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the 10-point agenda, highlighting the compensation of protest victims as a key priority.
Progress on Compensation for Protest Victims
The President noted that since its formation on August 6, 2025, the committee has made significant progress in identifying and profiling victims of protests dating back to 2017.
“We have identified all the victims and profiled their names. We have made sure we have a comprehensive list. We went back all the way to 2017 to make sure all affected are captured,” Ruto told Members of Parliament.
To fast-track the agenda, a new broad-based mediation committee will be formed to support and accelerate the work of the existing group. Additionally, the government will allocate KSh2 billion for the compensation of protest victims, with the exercise expected to be completed by June, barring unforeseen circumstances.
Proposal for Legal Protection of Protesters
President Ruto also proposed the creation of a law to protect the rights of protesters, emphasizing that it would be led by the Kenya Human Rights Commission rather than the executive branch.
“Let there be a law on how to protect protesters because it is a constitutional right. We do not want to propose the law from the executive,” he said.
The extension of the 10-point agenda committee and the funding for compensation reflect the government’s commitment to addressing historical grievances, ensuring accountability, and protecting citizens’ rights under the constitution.
The move has been welcomed as a critical step in reinforcing dialogue between the government, civil society, and affected communities, while providing a structured framework for redress.
