The government has been urged to pay hospital bills for victims of alleged police brutality who were injured during anti-government demonstrations.
Kenya National Civil Society Centre executive director Suba Churchill claimed that the State failed in its obligation to protect the protesters.
Speaking to the Star on Monday, Churchill said the government bears the responsibility of protecting its citizens.
"The government failed to respect the right of people to protest and even if those people were injured by criminals or the police, the State would still be culpable because it has the primary duty to protect citizens," Churchill said.
He said if the State fails to meet the medical cost, the victims are at liberty to sue and get compensation.
"The victims can proceed to sue the government for compensation on account of its primary duty if it fails to pay for the bills," Churchill added.
Last week, Amnesty International condemned the use of force by police on protesters.
Amnesty International executive director Irungu Houghton, in a statement, called on the police to only use teargas and lethal force where necessary to prevent further physical harm and warning.
The Independent Police Authority also said it is investigating the allegations of excessive use of force by law enforcers.
"Ipoa will release a consolidated report with recommendations to various agencies including the Director of Public Prosecutions and the National Police Service," Ann Makosi, Ipoa chairperson, said in a statement after the demonstrations on Friday.
