KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 3 -- Are you looking to join the nearly three million Malaysians who have already started spending their RM100 Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) but unsure about how to do so?

Then all you need is this simple guide to help you figure out what you can buy with it and how to do so, and some extra tips on sorting out issues you might have.

What you can purchase with SARA aid

The SARA programme allows recipients to purchase essential items from these approved categories, all clearly marked with SARA labels at participating retailers:

Food and beverages:

Educational supplies:

Healthcare:

How to use your SARA Aid

Step 1: Choose your items

Select products from the 14 approved categories that display SARA labels on price t...