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.
I feel much relieved and happy because I was able to clear my debts thus repossessing the farm land which earlier on had been attached as collateral. My family is much happier after I bought new bedding and clothes for them.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy at that moment when I received the mobile money message. I felt very relieved because I had limited farm land as a result of the loan. The cash transfer would enable me reclaim my farm lands.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the first cash transfer to pay off debts worth UGX 1480000 and the remaining cash transfer was spent on buying clothes, a mattress and a bag.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be paying off debts to reclaim land used as security for money borrowed earlier. This cultivation land would provide more food for the family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when socializing with the people and this creates a stress free moments.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship faced is not having enough cultivation land due to debts incurred. Once I pay off the debts, more cultivation land will be available.
