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 biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that so far I feel relieved and happier compared to the past. Previously, I was living in an incomplete old leaking house. I was in a very sorry state. I am glad that with the cash transfer, I will complete it and live in a comfortable house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when I received the cash transfer. I never thought that I would ever get this opportunity. I had no hopes at all. I am so happy that I was sent the cash transfer.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the first cash transfer to purchase iron sheets worth UGX 200000 and cement worth UGX 55000 and sand worth UGX 70000. The remaning cash transfer will be spent on completing the house construction.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that I will be in position to complete my house. I started building a iron-roofed house but could not complete due to lack of money. Iam share a small with all the property and is too much congested. Givedirectly transfers will enable me complete my house and get a better spacious accommodation.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is evening hours. I complete my work and eating , then rest while planning for his life. I have always realised solutions for survival in this world at this time of the day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest challenge is poverty since even crop farming is not reliable enough due to rains.I have failed to complete many of my wishes.
