Business operators in Rongo have raised the alarm over fake county government receipt books used in collecting taxes. Traders said corrupt county officials print fake receipts and issue them during peak hours on market days. Officials are said to be bargaining with traders to get the fake receipts at a subsidised fee instead of official receipts. Led by Benta Adhiambo, the traders yesterday said the racket is organised by few officials. “We have been threatened when we inquire about official receipts and the fake receipts stand out with their poor quality,” she said. Rongo town administrator...
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