Author: Magongo

My name is Kamau, and I come from a long line of struggling farmers in Murang’a. For generations, my family has known nothing but poverty. My grandfather died a poor man, my father struggled his entire life, and I watched my brothers repeat the same hopeless pattern. No matter how hard we worked, success always…

For many couples in Uganda, starting or growing a family is a dream filled with hope and joy. However, some couples face challenges when trying to conceive a child, especially when they desire a baby boy. This can create stress and disappointment, particularly after multiple attempts without success. Sarah and David, a couple from Kampala,…

For more than a decade, Samuel, a hardworking man from Masaka, Uganda, struggled with a mysterious problem. Every month, his salary would come in, but no matter how careful he was, the money always disappeared quickly. He could not explain why, and every attempt to save or invest it seemed to fail. Samuel felt frustrated,…

My name is Grace Wanjiku, and for nearly a decade, I was drowning in a sea of debt that seemed to have no shore. It began with a small loan to start a clothing business, but when the business failed, the debt multiplied like weeds after rain. I took on second and third loans to…

My name is Daniel, and for five frustrating years, I lived in a constant cycle of hope and disappointment. I would land a good job, feel excited about finally building a stable career, and then – like clockwork – something would go wrong within three months. Sometimes it was sudden downsizing, other times personality conflicts…

Kato, a 35-year-old man from Wakiso, Uganda, never imagined that the woman he loved and had built a life with would betray him. He had supported his wife throughout her pregnancy, taking care of her needs and preparing for the arrival of their child. Despite his dedication, Kato began noticing unusual behavior: late-night outings, secretive…

For over 12 years, Susan from Kasese, Uganda, watched her husband, Robert, struggle with alcohol addiction. The problem had slowly taken over their home and their lives. Robert’s drinking affected his health, their finances, and their relationship. Susan tried everything counseling, motivational talks, support groups, and even strict warnings but nothing worked. Each time Robert…

My name is Sofia, and for two years, I carried a secret that was slowly breaking my heart. I was deeply in love with James, my best friend since university. He knew everything about me – my dreams, my fears, my joys – but he never knew how I truly felt about him. We shared…

My name is Michael, and I had poured my entire life savings into what I believed was my dream business – a cozy coffee shop in the heart of Nairobi. For three years, I watched in despair as customers walked past my door, choosing chain cafes over my carefully crafted brews. Despite our superior coffee…

Marriage is never without its challenges, but sometimes life tests you in ways you never expect. My name is Lydia, and I am 56 years old, living in Kampala, Uganda. For years, I believed my marriage was stable, but misunderstandings began to grow between my husband and me. I was busy with work and family…