Meet Ada, a curious and determined young girl
who lives in a small village in Nigeria with her kind mother, Mrs. Nneka. Ada
has big dreams and a heart full of hope. She wants to become a teacher one day,
just like the ones she admires at school. But there’s one thing Ada quickly discovers:
dreams don’t come true overnight, and sometimes, you have
to wait and save up to make them happen.
Aunty Sefako and the Loan Shark is a powerful story that explores the complexities of loans, debt, and financial literacy within the context of Togo’s vibrant culture. The story centers on Aunty Sefako, a widow with six children, who finds herself in a financial crisis after the death of her husband. In her desperation to support her family, she turns to a loan shark named Kossi, unknowingly walking into a vicious cycle of debt. Each loan she takes to repay an old debt leads her deeper into despair.
Money plays a vital role in our lives, yet many people struggle to manage it effectively. In a world full of financial uncertainties, budgeting offers a way to take control of our resources, plan for the future, and turn dreams into reality. At the heart of this book is a curious & hardworking young boy called Kojo from Ghana, and his Uncle Kwame, a seasoned trader with years of experience. Together, they embark on a transformative journey to uncover the principles of budgeting, not just as a tool for managing money but as a way of life.
In the heart of Cape Town, two families face the same challenges, but their approaches to life's uncertainties are vastly different. The Dlamini family, led by Zanele, lives in the moment, but when disaster strikes, they find themselves unprepared for the storm that scattered their lives. Meanwhile, the Mthembu family, guided by Thandi, practices the valuable lesson of saving for emergencies, ensuring that they are ready for whatever comes their way.
In the heart of Cairo, where the bustling streets of Khan el-Khalili bazaar come alive with vibrant colors and tantalizing smells, the Hossam family faces a big challenge. Their humble spice shop is in danger, and the key to saving it lies in understanding the difference between needs and wants. As the family works together to find a way to save their business, they discover the importance of making smart choices with money, the value of teamwork, and how sometimes, the things we want might not always be what we need.
Money is more than coins and paper, it is a game we all play in life. Like any game, winning requires skill, strategy, and understanding the rules. In this story, set in the beautiful village of Buea in Cameroon, we follow the journey of four curious children Thierry, Nia, Samuel, and Ekwu guided by the wise Uncle Togo.
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