Organisers of the Saba Saba procession have informed the police about their planned peaceful demonstration on July 7, which will end with the submission of a petition to Parliament. The petition demands stronger police accountability, constitutional safeguards, and reforms to oversight institutions.

The Tanzanian army has issued a warning against any disruption of peace in light of a social media campaign calling for protests on July 7, known as Saba Saba. This warning comes amid heightened security measures in the country, as authorities prepare for potential demonstrations.

Security agencies in Kenya have increased surveillance of politicians, student leaders, activists, and community organizers in anticipation of planned protests on June 25. This heightened monitoring comes amid concerns about possible disruptions to transport networks, businesses, and economic activities across various regions of the country. Intelligence assessments reviewed by Business Today indicate that authorities are closely observing mobilization efforts related to the demonstrations.

Police in Nairobi have sealed off key roads in anticipation of protests organized by Generation Z activists. The demonstrators are calling for justice for over 80 individuals who lost their lives during the 2024 demonstrations and last year's anniversary protests.

The protests, which originated as a digital campaign, evolved into one of the largest youth-led demonstrations in Kenya's recent history. This movement was characterized by its lack of clear political sponsors, hired crowds, or ethnic divisions, as young Kenyans utilized social media to organize and advocate for their demands.

On June 25, security agencies implemented measures in Nairobi aimed at preventing unrest during the anniversary of a Gen Z protest. However, these restrictions led to significant disruptions in transport and increased tensions throughout the city, according to Eastleigh Voice.