James Orengo has commemorated the significance of the first Saba Saba in 1990, highlighting it as the beginning of the end of the oppressive Nyayo era. He noted that before this pivotal day, dissent was met with severe measures such as arbitrary detention, torture, and even death. Orengo recalled how they marched to Kamukunji grounds, driven by the urgent need to fight for their lives and rights.
"As we mark this Saba Saba Day in 2024, I am happy because the young people of this country have decided to march for their lives. I support you! I support your clarion calls of saying NO to dictatorship, NO to tribalism in state appointments, NO to police brutality, NO to corruption. I urge you to remain vigilant and steadfast because freedom is coming," James Orengo.
The first Saba Saba in 1990, marked the beginning of the end of the authoritarian Nyayo era. Prior to this historic day, political dissent was countered with detention without trial, torture and in many cases death. On this day, we marched to Kamkunji grounds for our lives… pic.twitter.com/anOm7oyapF
— James Orengo (@orengo_james) July 7, 2024
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Looking ahead to Saba Saba Day 2024, Orengo expressed joy that today's youth are actively mobilizing and marching for their lives. He voiced his full support for their demands, echoing their calls to reject dictatorship, tribalism in government appointments, police brutality, and corruption. Orengo encouraged them to maintain their vigilance and determination, assuring them that freedom is within reach.
His message comes ahead of this year's Saba Saba, which is expected to be marked by Generation Z, known for their recent protests against the finance bill and government policies.
