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Small farmers dominate ESP loans as fairness questions surface

Nov 29, 2025 3 mins read
Small farmers dominate ESP loans as fairness questions surface

The Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) loan scheme has largely benefited smallholder farmers, with 1,864 loans, mostly under Nu 1 million, disbursed nationwide.

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