Phillip Ochan, 27 had hoped to return home sooner, but the prolonged civil war in South Sudan forced him to extend his stay in Uganda's refugee settlement for eight years. During this time, he found a new home in Village 14 Zone 1 in Bidi Bidi Refugee Settlement and married Betty Ngonga. Together, they have a two-year-old son named Emmanuel.
Through farming, Phillip was determined to build a prosperous life for his young family, provide for their basic needs and ensure a bright future for his son. However, he faced challenges due to prolonged droughts and pest infestation, which hindered his farming efforts and demotivated him.