We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment that I received the money was a joyful moment, I was very happy to receive the transfer.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference in my life now is that I am able to sleep comfortably, plus I will be building my own house, this is something I never thought of in my life. So am very happy.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent the money on different things, I used the money to buy mattress because we did not have any, I used the money to buy blankets, I also used the money to make bricks so that I can build a house.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means that I will finally be able to build a house for my family. I will also buy livestock which I will raise to sell in future.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I can not specify the part of my day when I am happiest. It is very hard to be happy when you are living in poverty.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is lack of enough food for me and my family. I depend on casual labor to make money and Its always a challenge to find piece works every day.
