In a dramatic turn of events on Sunday, President William Ruto narrowly escaped being hit by a flying object—believed to be a shoe—while addressing a crowd in Kehancha Town, Migori County.
The incident occurred shortly after the Head of State had launched a 298-unit affordable housing project, part of his administration’s ambitious plan to provide low-cost homes to Kenyans across the country. As President Ruto engaged with the crowd and emphasized his government’s commitment to development, an unidentified person hurled the object toward him.
Eyewitnesses reported that the shoe flew through the air and missed the President by a narrow margin, momentarily startling him. However, Ruto maintained his composure, pausing only briefly before continuing with his address.
Security personnel swiftly intervened, scanning the crowd and attempting to identify the source of the disruption. While the assailant’s identity remained unclear at the time of reporting, authorities are expected to investigate the incident thoroughly.
This bold act underscores the rising tensions in parts of the country, especially in regions where political sentiments have been strongly divided. Despite the interruption, President Ruto concluded his speech, reiterating his vision for national unity and economic progress.
The incident has since sparked debate online, with Kenyans expressing mixed reactions on social media platforms.
