This archive report was first published on 23 June 2021.
Published on June 23, 2021, Isiolo Deputy Governor Abdi Issa has expressed concern over the unfair distribution of development projects in the county.
Dr. Issa pointed out that many non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are concentrating their projects on remote areas with low population, leaving out many needy residents living on the outskirts of Isiolo town.
"The aid is so important but why leave out Bulapesa, Burat and Wabera that accommodate 62 per cent of the county's population? Are there no needy people in the areas?" Dr. Issa posed, highlighting the three wards that are being left out of NGO projects.
According to Dr. Issa, the wards of Bulapesa, Burat, and Wabera host more than 40 per cent of the county's total population, yet they have not benefited from any of the projects.
Dr. Issa called on development partners to ensure fairness and equity while undertaking projects for the realisation of equitable development.
The Isiolo county government is committed to working with various partners in uplifting the livelihoods of residents, Dr. Issa reiterated.
