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?
I felt very lucky to have received such a huge amount of money..On the day that I saw the message I danced and sang song of praises...I prepared okra and drank it all..I was so happy.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference is that in my house now there is enough food as compared to the past.I wil have a better house which will be plastered thus protecting me from any dangers.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used the money to purchase 2 bags of cement which will be used to renovate my house by plastering and cementing my floor.
I also bought glasses and windowframes...Lastly, I also purchased 2 bags of fertilizers which I will use in the rainy season
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am very happy because this money has come in good time. I want to build a house for my grandchildren and this is the money that I will use.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest when I have momey and when I have enough food in my house. I am also very happy when I have enough fertilizer during the planting season.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The major problem that I face is body pains. It is not good for me as an old person to be working in thw farm but I do not have an option. Most of the times I experience body pains after coming from my field.
