Kenya's President William Ruto narrowly avoided injury on Sunday when a shoe was hurled at him during a public rally in Kehancha, Migori County. The incident, captured on video, occurred as the president addressed the crowd on the government's efforts to reduce the cost of living, a topic that has sparked widespread public dissatisfaction in Kenya.

Videos circulating on social media show the president deflecting the incoming shoe with his arm before continuing his speech.

Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen confirmed that three individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, and investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the act.

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura condemned the act, stating on social media, "What would happen if we all decided to throw shoes at each other, what values are we........

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