#MabadilikoNiSasa  ·  Senator · Busia County 2027

Understanding Our County

Busia Insights

Good leadership begins with understanding the facts. Explore data, reports and resources about Busia County.

Busia Data Hub

Key facts and figures about Busia County that every citizen and leader should know.

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893,681
Population

2019 Kenya Population & Housing Census

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66.7%
Poverty Rate

County development data — one of the highest priorities to address

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7
Sub-Counties

Teso North, Teso South, Nambale, Matayos, Butula, Samia, Bunyala

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1st
Border County

Direct access to Uganda and the wider East & Central African region

Why Busia Matters

Busia County occupies one of the most strategic positions in Kenya. As a gateway to Uganda and the wider East and Central African region, Busia sits at the heart of regional trade, cross-border commerce and economic integration.

Yet despite its strategic importance, many residents continue to face challenges related to poverty, unemployment, healthcare access, infrastructure gaps and limited economic opportunities.

Busia should not merely be a transit corridor. It should be a major beneficiary of the economic activity that passes through it every day.

Poverty: Approximately 66.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Youth Unemployment: Thousands of graduates unable to access meaningful economic opportunities.
Healthcare Gaps: Infrastructure, staffing and supply chain challenges in health facilities.
Infrastructure: Road connectivity, energy access and digital infrastructure still developing.
Economic Leakage: Agricultural produce leaves the county unprocessed — exporting jobs and value.

Busia Accountability Centre

Resources for citizens who want to track how public resources are managed in Busia County.

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County Budget Tracker

Follow how Busia County's annual budget is allocated and spent across departments.

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Auditor General Reports

Access and understand annual audit reports on Busia County government finances.

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Research & Policy Briefs

Evidence-based policy analysis on key issues affecting Busia County residents.

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