Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has publicly condemned President William Ruto's directive instructing police to shoot violent protesters in the legs, describing such orders as violations of human rights and the rule of law. Raila criticized Kenya Kwanza leaders who support shoot-to-kill policies, emphasizing the need to uphold legal standards. Meanwhile, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced plans to take President Ruto to the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, stating that his team is actively collecting evidence against the president related to police conduct and alleged abuses. The Kenya Kwanza coalition has dismissed opposition accusations of inciting ethnic divisions during their recent U.S. visit. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has distanced itself from political statements on election malpractices, warning politicians against spreading propaganda and asserting its commitment to transparency ahead of the 2027 polls. Youth groups, particularly from Meru County, have rejected government-led talks and are focusing on mobilizing voter registration, urging the new IEBC team to maintain election integrity. In response to the political climate, Kenyans have increasingly turned to satire and AI-driven humor as a form of protest against the government's shoot-to-maim policy. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki downplayed opposition threats of a one-term presidency for Ruto, emphasizing that the 2027 election is not a matter of life and death and highlighting the president's focus on service delivery.