Raila Odinga has raised concerns over a shift towards authoritarianism in Kenya amid violent protests linked to the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba, prompting a crackdown on public gatherings.

On July 7, protests marked the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba pro-democracy movement across Kenya, leading to roadblocks and tense confrontations, especially in Central Kenya.

On July 7, 2025, Kenya's youth orchestrated a peaceful shutdown of Nairobi and other towns, utilizing social media to mobilize under hashtags like #SabaSaba2025 without violence.

On July 7, during protests for Saba Saba Day in Nairobi County, at least one person, identified as Dennis, was shot with a rubber bullet while fleeing police.

Kenyan police fired tear gas at protesters in Nairobi as the central business district was sealed off during anti-government demonstrations marking the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba protests.

Four people have died during the ongoing Saba Saba protests in Kangemi and Ngong, highlighting escalated violence across the country.

On July 7, Raila Odinga, the opposition leader in Kenya, criticized the commemoration of the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba through street demonstrations, urging Gen Z to engage civically.