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 was very excited when I received this money because what I knew I'd achieve was something that I couldn't do on my own
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has changed drastically from how it was in the past because the things that I managed to buy were above the price range that I could afford
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought iron sheets, mattress, food and fertilizer for my garden
Enrolled
access_time over 2 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Just by coming to my house to be censused today it has Arleady given me hope that my life is going to change i will be here jotting down plans as you will be on your way going on how to spend the money but just to mention afew i will be able to buy a biyclycle for kabaza business for i have always to do this business and to have a good sleeping place
What is the happiest part of your day?
I wouldnt say this is the happiest part of the day but am always happy when i have all the three meals during that particular day that i know i will have tea in the morning lunch and supper i don't stress on that particular day
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Having food to eat three times a day as it is supposed to be i always find it difficult even though i dont stay with my children now they have gone some where to look for greener pastures but i still struggle
