Opondo highlights the irony of broke individuals spending significant portions of their earnings on lavish celebrations while neglecting essential financial responsibilities. He notes that village savings groups will soon distribute ‘dividends’ that are often squandered on short-term luxuries rather than invested wisely. “This is a time when the most broke people spend the highest percentage of their year’s earnings,” he states.
The commentary also addresses the pressure from church leaders urging congregants to donate beyond their means, leading many to seek financial assistance from relatives and politicians. Opondo warns that this cycle of overspending often results in despair in January and February when families struggle to meet educational expenses for their children.
He urges Ugandans to reconsider their priorities, suggesting they should focus on acquiring new skills and making sound financial decisions instead of engaging in wasteful spending practices that do not contribute to long-term prosperity.