Azimio leader Raila Odinga has announced three significant changes to the upcoming Sabasaba rally during a press conference held at the Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka (SKM) Center. The former Prime Minister emphasized his coalition's determination to continue with civil disobedience and outlined the way forward for the upcoming protests.

Firstly, Raila revealed that the demonstrations, initially planned to take place only in Nairobi, will now be held simultaneously in select towns across the country. He stated, "Our Kamukunji meeting is on in Nairobi this Friday, as we had announced. But it is not just a Kamukunji in Nairobi, but a Kamukunji across the country where this third liberation will be launched." However, he did not disclose the specific towns where the rallies would be held.

Secondly, Raila announced that the Friday rallies will mark the beginning of a signature collection exercise aimed at rejecting the Kenya Kwanza regime led by President William Ruto. This move was previously hinted at by Azimio Principal Eugene Wamalwa, who stated that the signature collection would signify the start of the push to remove Ruto from power. Raila confirmed the official date for commencing the signature collection and highlighted that it would serve as a protest against the government, its policies, and punitive taxes.

Lastly, the former Prime Minister stated that the rallies would also be used to demonstrate against the anticipated increase in matatu fares, which are expected to be implemented starting July 5. Raila urged Kenyans to remain united and committed to the cause, emphasizing, "Let us proceed with bold determination that we are going to stick together. We are going to work together. Let us stay with this fight until the end."

Raila was accompanied by Azimio la Umoja co-principals Kalonzo Musyoka and Martha Karua during the press conference. He attributed the changes to being taken for granted by the ruling regime, expressing the need for drastic actions. Raila accused President Ruto of imposing taxes and implementing laws without the consent of the people, making life increasingly difficult for citizens.

In conclusion, the opposition leader called for peaceful picketing during the Sabasaba rally, urging protestors to maintain a peaceful approach in their demonstrations.