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Money glossary

Clearer words.
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Twelve useful terms for a money conversation. Search in Kinyarwanda or English.

Ubwizigame

Savings

Money set aside for a goal or later use. Account conditions explain how deposits and withdrawals work.

Umugabane

Member share

A member’s ownership contribution to the cooperative. Ask how it differs from a savings deposit.

Amafaranga asohoka

Expenses

The costs paid over a period, such as transport, supplies or other spending.

Amafaranga yinjira

Income

Money received from work, trading or other sources. Record when it arrives as well as how much.

Ingengabihe yo kwishyura

Repayment schedule

A list of payment dates and amounts. Request a copy and compare it with the timing of your income.

Ikiguzi cyose

Total cost

All costs associated with a service. Ask about interest, other charges and any potential penalties.

Itandukaniro

Difference

Two figures may differ because of timing, missing records or an error. First ask for an explanation.

Inyemezabwishyu

Receipt

A record of a payment. Check its date, amount and purpose, and keep a copy.

Amafaranga asigara

Net proceeds

The amount remaining after subtracting the transaction’s costs from the money received.

Igereranya

Estimate

A planning figure based on your inputs. It changes when prices or other assumptions change.

Ingengo y’imari

Budget

A plan for the money you expect to receive, spend and save over a period.

Ikibazo cyateguwe

Question draft

A message you have written but not sent. Reviewing or saving it does not mean the SACCO received it.

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