Isiolo Residents Protest Alleged Illegal KSh 7-7.8 Billion Budget Approval - August 2025

Hundreds of Isiolo residents have taken to the streets to protest the alleged illegal approval of the county's KSh 7 to KSh 7.8 billion budget. Protesters claim the budget was passed without proper public participation, attributing the oversight to ongoing leadership wrangles within the county assembly. Residents argue that the county government disregarded their input during the budget approval process, raising significant concerns about transparency and accountability in local governance. This series of protests highlights growing public dissatisfaction with the management of county funds.