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Busia county risks losing Sh50m in shady “farmers’ loans” scheme

The fund, designed to be a revolving scheme, is now at risk of collapse.

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by JULIUS OTIENO

News17 September 2025 - 04:57
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Auditor General Nancy Gathungu

A report by Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has revealed how 128 Busia county employees disguised themselves as farmers to benefit from “free” agricultural loans, exposing the devolved unit to a possible loss of Sh50.7 million in non-performing loans.

 Governor Paul Otuoma was put on the spot by senators on Monday over the scandal, which stems from the Busia County Agricultural Development Fund (BCADF).

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