My name is Sarah, and I was born and raised in Kampala, Uganda. There was a time when working as a road cleaner for KCCA was my only means of earning a living. Each morning, I would wake up before dawn, wear my work uniform and make my way to the streets to sweep roads and clear rubbish.
Even though I appreciated having a job, my financial situation was far from comfortable. The salary I received could barely cover my basic expenses, settle household bills and provide enough support for my family.
Whenever I saw successful businesswomen around Kampala, I often wondered if I would ever reach a point where I could also enjoy financial freedom.
Deep down, I had ambitions beyond the life I was living. I dreamed of establishing my own businesses, constructing a beautiful house and living a financially comfortable life.
However, the same financial difficulties kept following me every month, making it extremely hard to save enough money to invest in a worthwhile business.
As the months went by, I started feeling discouraged and dissatisfied with my situation.
I was determined to change my life, but I had no idea where to begin or what steps to take to achieve my ambitions. I attempted several small businesses to supplement my income, but none of them brought the success I desperately wanted. Then, one day, a woman I knew introduced me.To read more, tap herel