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October 8, 2025
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Truck drivers, traders decry deplorable infrastructure, endless congestion at Busia Border post

Truck drivers, traders decry deplorable infrastructure, endless congestion at Busia Border post

Maina explained  that many drivers passing through the Busia border from Uganda not only get mugged by marauding youths but are also forced to bribe the authorities to pass through in time. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Drivers and traders are frustrated by deplorable infrastructure and endless congestion at the Busia One Stop Border Post (OSBP). The Senate National Cohesion, Integration and Equal Opportunities Committee raised concerns about mismanagement and poor facilities, including travelers being charged to access public toilets.

  • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected KES 6.83 billion in 2024/2025, surpassing its target of KES 5.33 billion at the Busia Border Post.
  • Committee Chair Mohammed Chute directed KRA to terminate the private arrangement for toilet management within three days.
  • Truck drivers face issues like mugging, forced bribes from Ugandan authorities, and limited parking space that can only accommodate about 40 trucks at a time.

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