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Maximising Your Pulas in Challenging Times

As we face rising fuel costs, increasing food prices, and a higher cost of living, it's an opportune moment to evaluate your spending habits and discover effective ways to manage your finances.

1. Budget Review: Start by revisiting your budget to pinpoint areas where you can make cutbacks. Reducing unnecessary expenses and reallocating funds toward more essential items or savings can be a powerful strategy to maintain your financial stability.

2. Emergency Fund: Establishing an emergency fund that can cover several months' worth of living expenses is crucial. This safety net can shield you from unexpected rises in expenses and the impact of inflation on your daily life.


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Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...

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